This vacancy is internal, available only to those currently engaged via a contract of employment with the Council.
Are you looking for the next step in your career? If so, Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our Property Services team as Assistant Team Manager – Architecture.
Come and join a well-established and passionate team dedicated to improving outcomes and opportunities for the people of Blaenau Gwent. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in delivering high-quality architectural services across Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen County Boroughs, as well as for external clients.
The Property Services department is looking for an Assistant Team Manager – Architecture to join our multi-disciplinary team. In this role, you will support the Team Manager in delivering major projects, lead and develop staff, and contribute to the future direction and continuous improvement of the service.
Reporting to the Team Manager (Architecture), you will support the delivery of key architectural projects and deputise where required. You will be responsible for managing projects, ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate requirements, and fostering effective working relationships with internal and external partners.
We are looking for a candidate who is passionate and committed, with strong technical expertise and leadership capability. You will hold a relevant HND (or equivalent), have significant experience in architectural design and contract management, and demonstrate a thorough understanding of all stages of non-domestic building design and construction.
You will also have excellent IT and CAD skills, a proven ability to manage workloads and supervise staff, and a proactive, flexible approach. This is a hands-on role requiring the ability to manage a small team, maintain your own caseload, and deliver results with minimal supervision.
If you are a motivated professional with a track record of achievement and a commitment to excellence, we would welcome your application.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.
For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.
Want to ask us a question?
For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Helen Beale; 01633 648008.
At 12:00 midnight Friday 26th June 2026
