Senior Project Manager (Capital Projects)
Posted 7 days 23 hours ago by HAYS
Your new company Join thedynamic and forward-thinking team at the London Borough of Croydon, the mostpopulous borough in London, known for its rich history and vibrant culturalscene. As part of our ongoing transformation, driven by the Mayor's businessplan, we are committed to creating a place of opportunity, improving financialsustainability, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents.
- OurCouncil owns and manages a diverse portfolio of corporate and commercialproperties, ensuring efficient use and strategic development to support ourcommunity's needs.
- Withsignificant regeneration and growth plans underway, including Croydon TownCentre Regeneration Programme, we are focused on revitalising our commercialand corporate property sectors to drive economic recovery and renewal.
- Thisis an exciting time to be part of Croydon, as we embrace positive change andwork towards a brighter future. Join us and contribute to making Croydon aplace we can all be proud to call home.
Your new role Oversee and manage the delivery of complex construction projects and programs within the education and commercial buildings portfolios, ensuring timely, budget-compliant, and high-quality completion.
Provide strategic oversight, mentor junior staff, and ensure the local authority's strategic objectives are achieved while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and effective governance.You will lead the execution of high-value and complex construction projects and programs, ensuring they align with the local authority's strategic objectives.
Oversee and line manage 2 project managers.
You will also be the point of contact for both external and internal stakeholders, including senior management.
What you'll need to succeed
A Degree in Project/ Construction Management, Architecture or a similar field.
Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB, APM) or equivalent experience.Professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.Extensive experience in managing complex capital projects, ideally in a similar sized organisation.
Strong leadership skills.
Ideally, experience of working within a local authority or a public sector organisation.
What you'll get in return
TheLondon Borough of Croydon Council offers a comprehensive and competitivepermanent package designed to attract and retain top talent. Employees benefitfrom a generous annual leave allowance of up to 30 days, depending on length ofservice.
-Flexible working arrangements are also available to support a healthy work-lifebalance. Additionally, the council supports professional development throughvarious training programs and opportunities for career progression, ensuringthat staff can grow and advance within the organisation.
-Moreover, Croydon Council is committed to the well-being of its employees,offering a range of health and wellness initiatives. These include access to anEmployee Assistance Programme, which provides confidential support andcounselling services, as well as discounted gym memberships and healthscreenings. The council also offers membership in the Local Government PensionScheme (LGPS), which provides a secure and reliable retirement plan. Employeescontribute between 5.5% and 12.5% of their salary, depending on their pay band,and the council makes significant contributions as well.
- Byjoining the London Borough of Croydon Council, employees become part of asupportive and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to making a positiveimpact on the community.
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 the consultant managing thisrole:
Molly Spencer
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you arelooking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussionabout your career.
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