Lead project manager Work, Jobs in Taunton, Som (with Salaries)

Service Manager - Somerset Rivers Authority
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £55,101 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No degree
- Budgeting
- Annual leave
2h
Workshop manager M/W
Equans —Bridgwater
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- HVAC
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Laing O'Rourke —Bridgwater
- Engineering
- Recruiting
- Contracts
Service Delivery & Improvement Manager
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —Taunton
- £66,582 - £77,368 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
7d
Range Change Project Manager
Screwfix —Yeovil
- Up to £47,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Training & development
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Performance Manager (HEO)
Department for Work and Pensions —Taunton
- £38,772 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
3d
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Bouygues Construction —Bridgwater
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Recruiting
- Contracts
Project Manager
The Donkey Sanctuary —Sidmouth
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
3d
Marketing Manager - Online Record Store
Atlas Records —Taunton
- £34,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- In-person
- Employee discount
Quick apply
8h
Active Travel Project Manager
Civic Recruitment Limited —Taunton
- £26.29 an hour
- No degree
- In-person
Quick apply
14d
Head of Branch
Benefact Group —Tiverton
- From £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Training & development
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Quick apply
Shift Manager
GXO Logistics —Bridgwater
- Up to £40,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Project Manager
Osprey Group —Bridgwater
- Full-time
- Business development
- Contracts
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Project Manager
Osprey Shipping Limited —Bridgwater
- Full-time
- Business development
- Contracts
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Service Manager - Flood & Coastal Management
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £55,101 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- No degree
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
2d
Warehouse Manager
NUMATIC INTERNATIONAL LIMITED —Chard
- £47,000 - £57,000 a year
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Quality Manager - Nuclear
ALTEN —Bridgwater
- £40,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance
Quick apply
Project Manager
Exyte GmbH —Bridgwater
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Quality control
Drug & Alcohol Partnership Manager
Somerset Council —Taunton
- £33,416 - £36,913 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- No degree
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Senior Supervisor - Aircraft Engineering Support
Serco Plc —Yeovil
- Full-time
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme

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Service Manager - Somerset Rivers Authority

Somerset Council -
Taunton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£55,101 a year
2 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Paid volunteer time

Qualifications

Stakeholder collaboration
Stakeholder liaison
Environmental risk assessment
Partnership building
Change leadership
Budgeting

Full job description

Date: 21 Aug 2026

Location: Taunton, GB, TA1 4DY

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Company: Somerset Council

Salary: Grade 7, £55,101 per annum

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent role

Closing date: 6th September 2026

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA) and help shape the future of flood resilience across Somerset. Working with a wide range of partners, you’ll play a key role in protecting communities, supporting local businesses and enhancing the natural environment.

About the Role

As Service Manager, you will provide strategic leadership for the Somerset Rivers Authority, overseeing the development and delivery of flood risk and resilience programmes across the county. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, elected members and partner organisations to drive long-term improvements, manage significant funding programmes and support the future growth of the SRA.

How You'll Make a Difference

Lead the strategic direction and ongoing development of the Somerset Rivers Authority.
Oversee delivery of major flood resilience, environmental and community protection programmes.
Manage significant funding, budgets and grant programmes to ensure value for money and positive outcomes.
Build strong partnerships with local authorities, government bodies, environmental organisations and community groups.
Provide expert advice to boards, elected members and partners on governance, strategy and policy matters.
Lead service improvement, performance management and organisational change initiatives.

What You'll Bring

Experience leading strategic services, programmes or projects within a complex public sector, environmental or partnership environment.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at senior levels.
Experience managing budgets, commissioning activity, grant funding and performance frameworks.
Knowledge of flood risk management, environmental management or a related specialist field.
Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including working in politically sensitive environments.
Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Why Join Us?

At Somerset Council, we're a progressive organisation committed to improving lives and shaping better services for our communities. Based in one of England's most beautiful counties, it's a great place to build your career and enjoy an excellent quality of life.

33 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), one of the UK's most enhanced and secure pension schemes.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance, where service needs allow.
Health and wellbeing support, including access to confidential employee assistance services.
Paid volunteering opportunities, helping you make a difference both inside and outside of work.

Find out more about working at Somerset Council:
https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-at-somerset-council/

Further Information

We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements to help you achieve a positive work-life balance, including the option to work compressed hours.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

For an informal chat about the role, you can contact James Divall, Head of Climate & Natural Environment, on [email protected] or 01935 462261

We believe diversity makes us stronger and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, whose unique perspectives help us better serve the people of Somerset.

If you currently work for Somerset Council, please apply via the internal SuccessFactors careers page.*

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Service Manager - Somerset Rivers Authority

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Service Delivery & Improvement Manager

Range Change Project Manager

Performance Manager (HEO)

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Project Manager

Marketing Manager - Online Record Store

Active Travel Project Manager

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Project Manager

Project Manager

Service Manager - Flood & Coastal Management

Warehouse Manager

Quality Manager - Nuclear

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Drug & Alcohol Partnership Manager

Senior Supervisor - Aircraft Engineering Support

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