Overview
In this role, you will be responsible for delivery over a range of projects, at varying stages of development and implementation. You may also be required to build business cases to seek funding for newly identified opportunities and scope projects. Projects will need to comply with relevant strategies, subsidy and procurement regulations. You\'ll analyse and present project management information and ensure that payment to contractors is on evidence-based milestones. Knowledge and understanding of project management methodologies in a Digital Infrastructure environment and associated key technologies is a central requirement for this role. You will liaise with Local Members, MPs, central government departments, community champions, businesses and residents. You will develop relationships with commercial telecommunications suppliers and their supply chain to accelerate investment in gigabit-capable broadband and advanced wireless (mobile) services in the county. You will be able to relay complex information and technical theories and create policies and processes that deliver the countywide Digital Infrastructure Strategy, achieving the collective Councils\' intended digital ambitions. You will be comfortable working in a changing political environment as local government moves into Devolution and Reorganisation and will build strong, resilient stakeholder relationships.
Responsibilities
* Deliver projects across a range of development stages and provide business cases to seek funding for opportunities.
* Ensure projects comply with relevant strategies, subsidy and procurement regulations.
* Analyse and present project management information and manage payment to contractors based on evidence-based milestones.
* Apply knowledge of project management methodologies in a Digital Infrastructure environment and related technologies.
* Liaise with local and central government, community stakeholders, businesses and residents.
* Develop relationships with commercial telecommunications suppliers and their supply chains to accelerate investment in gigabit-capable connectivity and advanced wireless services in the county.
* Relay complex information and create policies and processes to deliver the Digital Infrastructure Strategy and digital ambitions of the Councils.
* Work effectively in a changing political environment and build strong stakeholder relationships.
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent qualification and/or experience in Project Management to successfully lead and manage projects in the Digital Infrastructure environment.
* Advanced analytical and IT skills enabling you to interpret and analyse data and information to assess and develop plans and business cases.
* Highly organised with the ability to plan and deliver projects within customer needs and deadlines.
* Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders and influence senior stakeholders.
* Strong problem-solving abilities to anticipate and resolve issues.
* Ability to deliver digital infrastructure projects in a political environment, working with Senior Members/Senior Management.
* Financial management experience to deliver projects and manage large budgets.
* Strong customer focus to deliver professional service and meet customer needs.
Working for us / Benefits
West Sussex County Council\'s Digital Infrastructure Team is a highly skilled team delivering large-scale capital projects and enabling initiatives to ensure West Sussex homes and businesses enjoy digital connectivity. We offer a range of benefits including:
* An excellent working environment
* Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (plus buy additional leave)
* Flexible working options depending on the role
* Maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave
* Volunteering opportunities
* Training and development opportunities including coaching and mentoring
* A range of staff discounts and benefits through the West Sussex Choices platform
Equity, inclusion and accessibility are important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants with a disability, a veteran or a care leaver. More information can be found on our page. Interview date: Week commencing 29/09/2025. This role includes an internal candidate consideration process for secondment with prior manager discussion.
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