Capital Delivery Project Manager

Role: Capital Delivery Project Manager
Rate: 400 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Rochford & Brentwood, Essex
Contract :6-Month Contract Full-Time Hybrid (2 days on-site/office)

The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Capital Delivery Project Manager to join a forward-thinking local authority partnership on an initial 6-month contract.
You'll take the lead in delivering a range of major and minor capital works projects - from early feasibility and scope definition through to full delivery and completion.
This role plays a key part in shaping and maintaining vital community assets across Rochford and Brentwood.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead on feasibility studies, developing scope of works and project briefs.
• Commission, procure and manage capital and small construction or maintenance projects from concept to completion.
• Oversee the end-to-end project management process, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification.
• Act as the main point of contact for contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and positive project outcomes.
• Manage project budgets (typically 5- 10 million) and provide accurate financial reporting.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in capital delivery and construction project management, ideally within the public sector.
• Strong understanding of feasibility, design, procurement, and contractor management processes.
• Ability to produce technical documentation, tender specifications, and project reports.
• Confident in managing on-site activity, conducting inspections, and ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Excellent budgeting, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Relevant qualifications or project management certifications are desirable.

The Ideal Candidate
You'll be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and can quickly familiarise yourself with new projects. You'll bring a proactive, hands-on approach to project delivery, ensuring successful outcomes for all stakeholders.
This is a hybrid role, requiring attendance in the Brentwood and Rochford areas two days per week , therefore, easy access to these locations is essential.

Daily Rate: 400 (Inside IR35)
Contract Length: 6 Months (potential for extension)
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days on-site/office, remainder remote