Project Manager (Built Environments)

Job information Project Manager (Built Environments) from the Company Devon County Council, this latest Project Manager (Built Environments) job vacancy is located in the city Exeter. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Business field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description :

Full Time 37 hours per week

This post is fixed term for two years.

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to work in our Built Environments team where we commission the construction and refurbishment of schools, residential homes and other Devon County Council properties.You’ll be an excellent communicator, and problem solver who’s able to generate solutions whilst remaining aware of the relevant policies and political sensitivities. You will commission consultants, monitor programmes and budgets, and communicate with stakeholders throughout projects.

What projects will I be working on?We work across the authority with partners and other external organisations to manage the delivery of a range of complex capital investment projects, this includes working with property developers, and education providers such as academy trusts, and the Exeter and Plymouth Dioceses. Projects are typically education establishments, including new builds and expansion projects across the school estate (including academies) to support our statutory duty to provide sufficient school places. In addition, projects include DCC corporate accommodation schemes and the Children’s Homes redevelopment programme. Projects typically range between £10K and £5m with the potential for higher value schemes.

What benefits will I get?You’ll get a competitive salary, plus a range of benefits that include:

• 26 days annual leave increasing to 31 after 5 years’ service;
• Flexible hours with the ability to accrue up to an additional 24 flex leave days per year;
• Time off for bank holidays – typically 9 per year;
• A generous pension scheme;
• Training to support your career goals;
• Mentor support to gain professional qualifications.

Where will I be based?Hybrid working is available to all. Our main offices is in Exeter, where we spend at least two days a week. Our projects are based across Devon.

What do I need to apply?Experience of Project Management, ideally in a property context.Minimum of BSc/BA or Level 6 equivalent.

What we can offer youWorking for Devon County Council has all the benefits that you can expect from a large employer.In return for the vital contribution that you make, we offer:

• 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays;
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme – more information can be found on the Peninsula Pensions website;
• Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life;
• Flexible working opportunities, including home-working (subject to the needs of the role);
• Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme.

For an informal discussion, please contact Katherine Crompton on 01392 383000.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon.The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.Happy to Talk Flexible Working.For more information about Working for Devon, please visit our Working for Devon page.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contractContract length: 24 months

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REQ006022