We are looking for a talented and motivated Project Manager to join our Transformation Team within the Resources Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering West Berkshire Council&©s Accommodation Review Programme$ûan initiative focused on optimising our use of space and improving how we work across the organisation.
You&©ll be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, working closely with senior stakeholders and colleagues across the council. If you&©re passionate about delivering change, enjoy working collaboratively, and have a strong background in project management, we&©d love to hear from you.
The role
- Lead and manage accommodation-related projects within the Transformation Programme.
- Deliver projects using WBC&©s Project Management Methodology and governance framework.
- Provide regular updates to the Programme Manager, Transformation Director, and stakeholders.
- Identify and manage risks, issues, and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Build strong working relationships across departments to support project delivery.
- Promote the Council&©s values and ensure equality, health and safety, and customer service standards are upheld.
The ideal candidate would have the following qualifications, skills and attributes
- Project Management professional qualification.
- At least 3 years&© experience in project management.
- Experience of working in a public sector environment.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- A proactive and solution-focused approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
This role is fixed term until 31/12/2025 - Time limited project
Our offer to you
Benefits
A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:
- We offer flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00
- We offer hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Death in service benefit
- Family friendly policies
- A range of local discounts
- Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years&© service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
All roles will be subject to an annual banding pay review until the top of the pay grade is reached (following successfully passing probation)
All roles will be eligible for the annual national pay award.
About Us
West Berkshire council is a forward thinking and ambitious council. We have a positive attitude to our work and focus on excellent teamwork to deliver award winning services for our residents and businesses.
We employ over 1,500 members of staff corporately, plus additional members of staff working across our local schools and education settings. We offer a wide array of opportunities for training and development and varied career progression opportunities.
Our staff support the delivery of a wide range of services on behalf of the Council. Ranging from garden waste collection, planning and roadworks to caring for those in our communities. Everything we do is focused on our priority for improvement and delivering our values of fairness, integrity and being customer focused.
If you interested in working with us and want to know more, do not hesitate to contact Stacey Bradshaw $ú Accommodation Review Programme Manager
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Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How To Apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
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