To support delivery of approved projects under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (Parish Clerk) and in accordance with council decisions, financial regulations and delegated authority. The role requires a dynamic and organised individual who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and within budget.
- Co-ordinate the planning execution and completion of council and committee-initiated projects.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders, including council members and external partners to define project objectives and deliverables.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Monitor project progress and adjust as necessary to ensure successful project delivery.
- Deliver and oversee procurement support, project risk registers, stakeholder engagement plans, consultation events, contractor liaison, project documentation, permissions/consents, and post-project review.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that may impact project success.
- The postholder may seek quotations, estimates and project information from suppliers and contractors but may not commit expenditure, appoint contractors, issue instructions creating financial liability, or vary project scope except where authorised under the Council’s Financial Regulations, procurement procedures and delegated authority.
- The postholder will manage the budgets for identified projects.
Identified projects
To assist candidates the following projects have been identified for project management purposes:
Warfield Memorial Ground - This project will see improvements made to the current memorial ground including provision of a new pavilion, car parking and entry point, improvements to the ground including drainage and the playing surface and other improvements to an agreed budget.
The duties for this role include project scoping and design work, contractor selection, managing the planning process, stakeholder liaison and delivery of the project to completion, on time and on budget.
Move to our new Community Hub - The move to our new home will be critical as we look for a seamless move with minimal disruption. This project will see the management of the move and the setting up of the new Parish Office and Reception area.
- Ensure compliance with council policies, procedures, and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Foster a collaborative and positive working environment among project team members.
- Attend Council or committee meetings as required, including occasional evening meetings, and prepare written progress reports for review by the Chief Executive/Parish Clerk.
Full details of the role and person spec. are in the recruitment pack on our website www.warfieldparishcouncil.gov.uk
Pay: £35,412.00-£39,152.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Have you visited our website to obtain a recruitment pack and an application form?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bracknell RG42 6AB
