Sustainable Infrastructure Project Officer- Teith House- 101445 - 446817 in Braehead

Energy Jobline ZR; Braehead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Sustainable Infrastructure Project Officer to lead major infrastructure projects in Stirling, enhancing connectivity and economic growth. Key responsibilities include managing project teams, ensuring compliance with design standards, and evaluating innovative design solutions. The role offers 30 days annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Motivated and solutions-focused individual.
• Drive and attitude to develop into the role over time.

Responsibilities

• Lead on projects ensuring compliance with design policy documents.
• Manage multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Evaluate design solutions based on impact and value.

Skills

Experience in roads and transportation projects

Project management

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Description

Closing Date: 23rd November 2025

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £42,276 - £44,763

Hours: 35 hours weekly

Location: Teith House

Stirling Council is looking for a Sustainable Infrastructure Project Officer to play a key role in the delivery of major and strategic projects across Stirling, and improving the region’s connectivity and economic ambitions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on major projects, help fulfil our policy and network aims and objectives, and ensure the infrastructure delivered in Stirling is safe and resilient.

We are looking for a person with experience in the delivery of roads and transportation projects, and with ambitions to gain experience in this area and others, whilst working towards professional status. If you’re motivated, solutions-focused, and ready to make a real impact, this role offers a supportive environment where you can develop your career, be part of exciting and impactful projects, and a chance to work in some of Scotland’s most scenic and historic locations.

Responsibilities

• Take a lead on projects, including the preparation of programmes defining timescales which identify and adhere to project requirements and Council responsibilities.
• Lead and manage multi‑disciplinary project teams of internal and external resources, and the related procurement activities to appoint external service providers and specialists.
• Ensure that designs are compliant with all design policy documents and Council standards whilst seeking innovative best practice in design.
• Undertake and support the team with investigating, developing, and evaluating design solutions on the basis of their value and impact on the environment, safety, economy, integration, accessibility, quality of design, and ease of construction.
• Work with the councils Roads Design Team, and other internal teams, and with contractors, consultants to ensure projects are delivered effectively.
• Support colleagues and contribute to knowledge‑sharing across the service.

Interviews for this role are due to take place week commencing 8th December 2025.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, or if you think you have the drive and attitude to develop into this role over time, we want to hear from you! We also encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, religion, belief, or other.

The Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service)
• Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements. Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly as we know that busy lives don’t always fit around a traditional working pattern; if you need flexibility to complete your role just let us know and we will do our utmost to help you invest in your career with us while balancing other aspects of your life.
• Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-lgps-the-lgps/
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service
• Carers Leave
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support
• Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lift share Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Technology Benefit Scheme

Contact: [e-mail] for more information.