Are you ready to lead a high-profile transformation programme that will shape the future of accommodation and service delivery across West Berkshire Council? We’re looking for an experienced and dynamic Accommodation Review Programme Manager to join our Transformation, Customer & ICT Service. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and delivering meaningful change. This is a pivotal role within our Projects Team, where you’ll work closely with Members, Portfolio Holders, and Senior Officers to drive strategic initiatives, manage complex projects, and ensure robust governance and resource management. If you’re passionate about transformation, service improvement, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. The role Lead the delivery of the Accommodation Review and wider Transformation Programme. Develop business cases, financial proposals, and risk forecasts for strategic initiatives. Coordinate cross-functional project teams to deliver high-impact projects. Provide expert advice to governance boards and senior stakeholders. Drive service improvements and optimise the use of Council-owned assets. Ensure effective performance, financial, and resource management. Promote equality, customer focus, and continuous improvement across the programme. The ideal candidate would have the following qualifications, skills and attributes A relevant degree and recognised project management qualification (essential). Extensive experience in project management or technical digital/ICT services. Proven leadership in a public sector property or construction project environment. Strong financial and team management experience. Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. Political awareness and understanding of local government operations. Ability to work independently, lead teams, and influence stakeholders at all levels. Please note this role is fixed term 9 month from start date - Funding limited project Our offer to you A Competitive Salary Alongside a Range Of Benefits Including We offer flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00 We offer hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme Death in service benefit Family friendly policies A range of local discounts Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service. Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. 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 to avoid disappointment. All roles will be subject to an annual banding pay review until the top of the pay grade is reached (following successfully passing probation) All roles will be eligible for the annual national pay award. If you interested in working with us and want to know more, do not hesitate to contact Stacey Bradshaw Service Lead – Projects, email: Stacey.bradshaw1@westberkshire.gov.uk This post is a Sensitive Post for the purpose of the Local Government Housing Act 1989 and the post-holder is therefore restricted from engaging in any prescribed political activities. In summary, this means that you are prohibited from holding political office and from involvement in any political activity within or outside the workplace. Full details of the restrictions can be found in the Council’s Policy and Guidance on Politically Restricted Posts. About Us West Berkshire council is a forward thinking and ambitious council. We have a positive attitude to our work and focus on excellent teamwork to deliver award winning services for our residents and businesses. We employ over 1,500 members of staff corporately, plus additional members of staff working across our local schools and education settings. We offer a wide array of opportunities for training and development and varied career progression opportunities. Our staff support the delivery of a wide range of services on behalf of the Council. Ranging from garden waste collection, planning and roadworks to caring for those in our communities. Everything we do is focused on our priority for improvement and delivering our values of fairness, integrity and being customer focused. Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career. 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