Job Details
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To manage the delivery of complex capital projects for the Leisure Directorate in the Environment, Neighbourhood & Growth department. Leading on all aspects of project delivery from initiation through to completion and hand over.
To ensure a strategic and holistic approach to the project management and delivery of Parks and Playground improvement projects.
To design, develop and procure works and services that contribute to achieving the Council’s corporate objectives for play and recreational facilities, with a particular focus on enhancing access, widening participation and promoting inclusive play.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. Leads on the preparation, specification, delivery and evaluation of one or more complex capital project that will have a positive effect on the borough’s leisure facilities and infrastructure, supporting the Council’s strategic goals.
2. Understands and interprets the business objectives and targets into a tangible deliverable that is sustainable after the project ends. Determines the most suitable approach to meeting business goals, including identifying, establishing and implementing the most suitable project methodology.
3. Ensures that projects are delivered within budget constraints, to a high quality and within agreed timeframes. Collaborates with business managers, heads of service and directors to prioritise the work that needs to be done against capacity, time constraints and resources
4. Works within a governance framework, leading on project reporting and co-ordinating the production, management and review of all project documentation. Prepares and present reports including recommendations, for the Director and project sponsors on progress linked to the delivery of all schemes under their remit.
5. Works in conjunction with the Policy and Programme Manager and business managers to create a robust risk register and benefits map highlighting assumptions and dependencies, clearly and concisely.
6. Monitors success criteria, setting appropriate controls. Resolves issues, manages project risks, takes remedial action, develops quality plans and applies lessons learned to improve future projects and embed best practice.
Umbrella hourly rate – £29.42
