Transformation Project Manager – Social Care (Fixed Term)

Local Government Chronicle; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Woking seeks a Project Manager to oversee transformation projects in Children’s Social Care. The role requires managing stakeholders, ensuring project milestones are met, and maintaining project documentation. The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience and relevant project management qualifications. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, with a contract lasting until March 2027.

Benefits

26 days’ holiday increasing with service

Local government pension

Carer’s leave and volunteering days

Qualifications

• Degree qualification or significant vocational experience in progressively demanding roles.
• Knowledge of business planning, financial and organizational management.
• Proven ability to manage projects to completion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end delivery of assigned projects.
• Track project progress and provide updates on performance.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or significant vocational experience

Relevant project management qualification (Prince2, APM, MSP)

Job description

A local government authority in Woking seeks a Project Manager to oversee transformation projects in Children’s Social Care. The role requires managing stakeholders, ensuring project milestones are met, and maintaining project documentation. The successful candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience and relevant project management qualifications. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, with a contract lasting until March 2027.