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SalaryWe have an exciting opportunity within our friendly Capital Programme team for 4 experienced Project Leads to join us to support a range of projects, with a particular focus on public realm and highways projects. These roles represent an opportunity to make a real difference to our economy and communities by delivering highway improvements, public realm schemes and cycling/walking infrastructure, as well as a wider range of potential projects in future.
These are key posts within the Capital Programme Team, which is responsible for the delivery of £100m+ of work annually. You are likely to be involved in developing business cases, procuring, and managing contracts, developing plans and managing delivery through to completion.
About the role
Project Leads engage with internal and external stakeholders across Cumbria’s communities, the council’s directorates, and other organisations and partners to ensure that the infrastructure delivered meets the need of the county’s stakeholders. We are looking for candidates who will procure expert designers and construction partners through the council’s procurement frameworks and manage them through the design and construction phases of your projects.
If you are looking for a rewarding career in a fun and fast paced team, then get in touch as we would love to hear from you!
If you would like an informal chat about this opportunity please contact Caroline Patterson on 0779 504 4720 or Wendy Devlin on 07827 367 023.
What can we offer you!
- Excellent training and development offers
- Flexible working opportunities
- Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
- Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
- Competitive rates of pay
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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