Job Description
Assistant Project Manager
Huntingdon
Contract
£220.18 per day PAYE or £300 per day limited paid via umbrella company inside IR35
Our client is looking for an experienced Assistant Project Manager
Hours: 37 Hours this is available in part time, term-time working patterns. Flexible
working options are available
This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs.
The development and delivery of new transport infrastructure is vital to the future
economic wellbeing of Cambridgeshire.
The skills required to deliver such a programme are considerable and require
engineering knowledge and understanding of project and programme management,
procurement and commissioning of infrastructure projects, stakeholder engagement,
land negotiation, transport planning and statutory legal processes.
Importantly, the Project Manager has responsibility for driving forward innovative ideas
across a programme of schemes. The role is vital in ensuring effective and efficient
delivery of schemes across a wide range of transport projects.
In addition, the role requires a strong ability to bring together a wide range of
stakeholder groups including Parish and District Councils, resident and campaign
groups and businesses, setting delivery outcomes for projects and defining service
outcomes across a range of needs e.g., community engagement, maximising
contract savings and achieving value for money.
The role supports the Group Manager and other managers within the Project Delivery
Directorate in delivering the Councils objectives, through joined-up service planning,
community engagement and the flexible use of resources
HND or degree in Project Management, or a relevant discipline, or working towards professional qualification or relevant experience
A relevant professional membership e.g. Chartered/Incorporated Engineer
A proven track record in leading the development, planning and implementation of transport infrastructure and related projects
Extensive programme / project management experience with a reputation for delivery
Extensive knowledge of technical and contractual requirements relating to scheme development, construction and maintenance
Experience in budget management (including local government finance)
Experience of working with elected politicians and of ensuring that project and service outcomes align with broader political priorities
Good negotiation skills and the ability to develop effective working relationships with senior staff throughout the Authority and staff of
external organisations including other Councils and Government agencies
Practical experience in dealing and negotiating with consultants and contractors
Develop partnerships at the highest levels with other agencies as a means of ensuring project and service objectives are met
Proven experience of financial and resource planning and the ability to deliver VFM on contracts and operating in a multi-disciplinary financial environment engaging with stakeholders;
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The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients
are an equal opportunities employer
