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We have an excellent opportunity available for a dynamic and experienced Development & Construction Project Manager to join our Commercial Property Team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis.

As the Development & Construction Project Manager, you will lead and manage the delivery of both WBC service and commercial development opportunities from masterplanning and viability to implementation and delivery. This will include utilising expert project management skills to work with multi-discipline teams, Council wide departments and external stakeholders, ensuring the Council's construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

This role requires a proactive individual with excellent project management skills and a strong understanding and experience of Commercial and Residential construction projects.

• Generous Annual Leave - ...... days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working
• GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week
• Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline
• Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines
• Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Including Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more
• Move through Menopause Course
• Sports & Social Group Activities - Including running, football, cricket & more
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Networks
• And more!

• Manage the delivery of the Council's Capital Programme construction projects, from inception to completion, to time, budget and service client satisfaction, and in line with the Council's procurement rules and regulations
• Oversee the appointment and management of external consultants and contractors on spatial planning, property, highway, construction and other commissions which contribute to the planning, appraisal and delivery of development sites.
• Ensure all development proposals represent value for money and the optimum use of Council resources through on-going financial appraisal, assessment and production of robust business cases.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor construction project progress and provide regular updates to senior management.
• Liaise with local planning authority, politicians, stakeholders, funders and tenants on all planning and communication matters across the strategic property and commercial assets portfolio.

• Degree-level, equivalent relevant construction professional qualifications or expertise.
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development.
• Strong project management background, either in the private or public sector.
• Good IT skills including office software such as M365, SharePoint, Teams, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of managing construction projects to successful outcomes.

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We're home to a range of high performing schools including 69 primary and 21 secondary, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Tim Searle, Senior Development Project Manager, Commercial Property - tim.searle@wokingham.gov.uk

Friday 8th January 2026, 5pm

TBC

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Wokingham Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer.

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.