Project Manager - Building Safety Levy

Job Title

Project Manager

Post Details

• Service: Corporate, Community and Change
• Team: Business Change
• Location: Shute End / Home Working
• Reports to: Programme Manager
• Grade: 9
• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
• Hours: Full Time

Purpose of the Role

The post-holder will be part of the Business Change team providing project management services and competencies to support strategic programmes and activity within the Change portfolio. They will drive, lead and manage change activity to increase the efficiency and outcomes for Wokingham Borough Council and its residents, working collaboratively with senior and key stakeholders and ensuring the successful implementation of programmes/projects.

Responsibilities

1. Act as Project Manager for large scale, priority projects for WBC, engaging senior stakeholders and managing plans, milestones, progress tracking and delivery of key outputs.
2. Follow the Business Change Framework methodology and ways of working: administer and manage the project process and service project meetings; produce clear, concise project plans and delivery timescales; identify key outputs and milestones for decision; report to governance forums; track and monitor actions; adhere to WBC and supplier processes; manage risks and issues; record and track costs/benefits.
3. Bring forward good ideas, challenge improvement areas and contribute to the council's ongoing success.
4. Work within the council's competency framework and adhere to the Code of Conduct and the council's Constitution.
5. Take reasonable care for health and safety and cooperate with the council to comply with statutory health and safety provisions.
6. Show positive commitment to equality in service delivery and employment practices.
7. Demonstrate safeguarding responsibilities and commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Trained in PRINCE2 and/or equivalent project management methodology.
• Educated to degree level (or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and aptitude).
• Minimum of 2 years of Project Management experience with evidence of successful delivery.
• Experience of working with third party providers.
• Proven stakeholder management, liaising with managers and staff at all levels.
• Strong project planning skills and experience using MS Project.
• Good facilitation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems and make decisions to secure required results.
• Ability to prioritise project activity and produce clear, structured documentation and reporting.
• Analytical ability to process complex information from multiple sources.
• Ability to keep calm under pressure.
• Experience using Microsoft applications including SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of local government.
• Relevant training in public sector procurement, change management or risk management.
• Experience in safeguarding and child protection.

Important Information

• Role may require occasional evening work or attendance at evening meetings.
• Supports Finance Business Partners in monitoring budget spend on projects and programmes.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Wokingham Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer. All employees are committed to equality, diversity, and the removal of discrimination. Applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or religious belief.