Job Description
Senior Project Manager (Capital Projects) with the London Borough of Croydon
Join the dynamic and forward-thinking team at the London Borough of Croydon
Join the borough, known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene. As part of our ongoing transformation, driven by the Mayors business plan, we are committed to creating a place of opportunity, improving financial sustainability, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Our Council owns and manages a diverse portfolio of corporate and commercial properties, ensuring efficient use and strategic development to support our communitys needs.
- With significant regeneration and growth plans underway, including the Croydon Town Centre Regeneration Programme, we focus on revitalising our commercial and corporate property sectors to drive economic recovery and renewal.
- This is an exciting time to be part of Croydon, as we embrace positive change and work towards a brighter future. Join us and contribute to making Croydon a place we can all be proud of.
Your new role
Oversee and manage the delivery of complex construction projects and programs within the education and commercial buildings portfolios, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard. Provide strategic oversight, mentor junior staff, and ensure the local authority’s strategic objectives are achieved while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and effective governance. Lead the execution of high-value, complex construction projects and programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Manage and line manage 2 project managers.
You will also serve as the primary contact for both external and internal stakeholders, including senior management.
What youll need to succeed
* A Degree in Project/Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
* Professional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB, APM) or equivalent experience.
* Professional certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.
* Extensive experience managing complex capital projects, ideally within a similar-sized organisation.
* Strong leadership skills. Experience working within a local authority or public sector organisation is preferred.
What youll get in return
The London Borough of Croydon Council offers a comprehensive and competitive permanent package designed to attract and retain top talent.
Employees benefit from a generous annual leave allowance of up to 30 days, depending on length of service. Flexible working arrangements support a healthy work-life balance. The council also promotes professional development through various training programs and career progression opportunities, enabling staff to grow within the organisation.
Additionally, Croydon Council is committed to employee well-being, offering health and wellness initiatives such as access to an Employee Assistance Programme, discounted gym memberships, and health screenings. Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) provides a secure retirement plan.
Employees contribute between 5.5% and 12.5% of their salary, depending on their pay band, with the council making significant contributions as well. By joining the London Borough of Croydon Council, employees become part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positively impacting the community.
What you need to do now
If youre interested in this role, click apply now to submit an up-to-date CV or contact the managing consultant, Molly Spencer, at 02072598811 or molly.spencer@hays.com. If this job isnt quite right but youre seeking a new position, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.
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