Project Manager Transport Projects and Programmes

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall Glenfield Leicester LE3 8RA

Salary: 39939 - 42699 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) the 10% of the top of the grade for Market Premia (Pay award pending)

Working Hours:37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 1st July 2026

Interview Date(s): W/C 21st July- Date TBC

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager within the Transport Projects and Programmes team in the Environment and Transport Department. We are looking for someone to help us to improve the management of the Departments capital programme in particular to develop our governance and risk management and to manage a small sub-team of staff which provides co-ordination and programme management support for the Department.

About the Role

You will have the vision to identify and develop improvement programmes and projects and the skills to manage and implement them making a positive difference to the efficiency of our services and therefore for our residents.

You will support the performance management of services and individuals to drive continuous improvement in the delivery of Departmental and Service outcomes.

You will have experience of supporting a portfolio of projects with a knowledge of project management principles.

You will assist the Senior Project Manager in the management of project teams.

You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with diverse priorities.

In return you will get a chance to manage and support exciting and innovative projects that will provide the blueprint for how the department works in the future.

About You

To apply for this post you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

• Have a degree in an appropriate subject or equivalent OR demonstrable experience identified with the section below
• Have experience working in a commercial environment in relation to design management or administrative processes and delivering projects and programmes to time quality and cost.
• Have excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work within tight timescales and to agreed targets.
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills producing and checking briefs specifications and delivery programmes and writing reports.
• Be able to build positive relationships across stakeholders peers and partners creating open and transparent relationships based on trust.
• Have an understanding of confidentiality and be able to communicate with a range of audiences at all levels.

In addition we also expect you to shareour commitment to our valuesandto delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a are a Disability Confident Employer.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

Interested in Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working which may include part time working job sharing term-time working flexible start and finish times and hybrid working depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussionplease contact:

Beth Bradshaw - Senior Project Manager

Telephone:

Email:

How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council were looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are wherever youre from and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation not just whats on your CV. Thats why weve designed a recruitment process thats fair accessible and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire wed love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application ensuring that you upload a supporting statement (maximum 500 words) that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the About You section above. Without this information we wont be able to assess your suitability for the role and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement see the How to Applysection on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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