Job Description
Job Advert – Capital Projects Manager (Health & Safety Compliance – London based Council)\n\n Client: London based Council \n Job Title: Capital Projects Manager\n Location: London (Hybrid – Site Attendance as Required)\n Contract: Ongoing Temporary Contract\n Pay Rate: £44.71 per hour Umbrella LTD / £32.94 per hour PAYE\n Start Date: ASAP\n\n About the Role: A London based Council is seeking a skilled and driven Capital Projects Manager to join their Strategic Property Services team. This is a critical interim role to help deliver a multi-year Capital Programme of Health & Safety Compliance remedial works across a broad portfolio of assets including operational buildings, libraries, temporary accommodation, and general fund properties.\n This role plays a vital part in supporting Hackney’s compliance strategy and ensuring that capital works are delivered on time, within budget, and to exacting standards of safety and sustainability.\n\n Key Responsibilities:\nLead delivery of individual capital projects from feasibility through to completion\nOversee health & safety compliance works across multiple property types\nManage consultants and contractors in line with the council’s procurement and contract management frameworks\nMonitor budgets, timelines, and risks, ensuring high-quality project outcomes\nPrepare and maintain project documentation including reports, contracts, and risk registers\nEnsure capital governance processes and reporting structures are adhered to\nSupport the development of strategic business cases, project initiation documents, and contract procurement\nPromote sustainability and carbon reduction across the capital programmeExperience & Skills Required:\nExtensive project management experience delivering capital works in the public sector\nProven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex building projects\nExcellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills\nStrong knowledge of health & safety compliance and property legislation\nAbility to manage capital and revenue budgets and control project spend\nHigh-level report writing and communication skills\nUnderstanding of governance and performance monitoring in local governmentQualifications:\nDegree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant property or construction discipline\nMRICS, MCIOB, or similar recognised professional membership (essential)\nRecognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2)\nNEBOSH Certificate or equivalent (desirable)How to Apply: If you’re looking for your next challenge and want to contribute to a high-impact, borough-wide programme, please get in touch on (phone number removed)\n or email (url removed)