Regeneration Project Manager
JOB_52605004603027Job type
PermanentLocation
LancashireWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Property And SurveyingIndustry
ConstructionPay
£46,464
Permanent opportunity for a Regeneration Project Manager at council in Lancashire
Your new company
You will be working for a small yet forward-thinking two-tier district Council that has a workforce of 170 employees. They operate under the umbrella of Lancashire County Council, holding responsibility for a wide array of key services including Public Protection, Planning, Waste Management, Street Cleaning, Parks, Housing Advice, Electoral Services Community Engagement, and Revenues and Benefits in partnership with Capita.
Your new role
You will lead the delivery of the Council’s externally funded programmes and associated projects supporting major transformations across Rossendale. Distinctly to improve the Town Centres boosting the areas and their economic growth and to lead on projects that will improve the Council’s effectiveness.
To be the Programme Manager for several externally funded programmes and work in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team of Council advisors
To ensure the programmes are delivered in accordance with the objectives of the funders, partner organisations and Council strategies, regeneration objectives and procedures.
Tender for and manage consultants to ensure that the projects are supported with a professional and cost effective team including securing planning and other consents; lead on the client side responsibilities; liaise with appointed architect and contractors;
Lead on all contractual negotiations in partnership with the Councils Legal team or Property team and other external experts where necessary;
Responsible for the monitoring of on site works and a direct liaison with all contractors working on the projects.
Contribute to the writing and submission of funding bids that support the delivery of the Council’s regeneration programme.
Processing of claims for payment as required meeting all financial, audit and other requirements of all funders in-line with the Council procurement rules.
To undertake the formulation and review implementation of the Regeneration Programme through the production of monthly reports, quarterly returns, executive reports and revised Action Plans.
Support the development and delivery of a communications plan, writing reports, undertake presentations and promotional material.
Be the Council’s lead in liaison with the County Council to co-ordinate delivery of any agreed public realm programme and highways works.
Maintain clear and concise records for all financial aspects and risk registers of the projects including actual and projected
What you'll need to succeed
Degree or equivalent in an Economic Development, Business or Project Management related area, would be an advantage
Heritage/Conservation, Project Management or construction related qualification, would be an advantage
What you'll get in return
Salary of £46,464
37 hours per week- flexible working hours and hybrid workingUp to 31 days annual leave
Option to purchase additional leave
Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme
Salary Sacrifice AVC Scheme
Payment of Professional Fees
Savings and Loan Scheme
Discounted Gym Membership
Generous Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Talk to Vanessa Ball, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Preston, 6th Floor, Norwest Court, Guildhall StreetTelephone 01772204428