Interim Head of Operational and Commercial Capital Projects

Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects

Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects to lead the delivery of a high-profile and varied capital programme. This is a senior leadership role overseeing projects ranging from £0.5m to £40m+ across schools, heritage buildings, leisure centres and operational depots. We are looking for a seasoned interim professional who can hit the ground running, provide strong leadership, and drive delivery at pace.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects & Sustainability, you will:

• Lead and manage Programme Managers, Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
• Oversee multidisciplinary consultancy teams
• Act as the Council's Intelligent Client on major schemes
• Lead projects from business case through to completion
• Ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards
• Embed sustainability and social value across all projects
• Manage procurement, consultant appointments and JCT/NEC contracts
• Monitor financial performance and identify efficiencies and funding opportunities
• Engage confidently with senior stakeholders

This role combines office-based leadership with site visits across Liverpool.

Location and Contract Details

Liverpool - Cunard Building (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 remote)

3-Month Initial Contract

35 Hours Per Week

£800 per day (Inside IR35 - Umbrella)

Essential Requirements

• Professional qualification (RIBA / RICS / CIOB / ACE)
• Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM / RICS / CIOB)
• Significant experience delivering complex capital building projects across all RIBA stages
• Strong commercial and budget management expertise
• Experience acting as Client PM on large-scale projects
• Proven background in procurement, contract negotiation and consultant management
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks (BREEAM, BNG, CDM, Building Regulations)
• Experience working across public and/or private sector

About You

You are a confident, visible leader with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive performance in a fast-paced environment. You bring commercial acumen, strategic oversight and hands on delivery expertise.

If you are a capital projects leader available for an immediate interim assignment, please email your updated CV to or call to discuss further.