Project Implementation Manager (Social Care Capital Programme)
Salary Grade 10 – £47,181 – £50,269
Contractual hours 37
Basis Open Ended
Job category/type Social Care
Location: Pembrokeshire County Council, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP
About the role
Lead the delivery of key social care capital projects that shape services across Pembrokeshire for decades to come.
Responsibilities
* Manage delivery to agreed objectives, timescales and budgets.
* Establish and maintain robust project governance, planning and RAID management frameworks.
* Proactively monitor progress, resolve issues and escalate risks as required.
* Develop funding applications and business cases using the five‑cases approach.
* Matrix‑manage multi‑disciplinary project teams and coordinate internal and external contributors.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders including Health, Housing, regional capital partners, the voluntary sector and Registered Social Landlords.
* Report progress and performance to Programme Boards, Directorate Management Teams and Senior Leadership.
Qualifications
* Degree‑level education or equivalent relevant experience.
* PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification.
* Proven experience delivering complex capital projects end‑to‑end.
* Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, financial control and reporting.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.
* High level of digital competence and experience using project management systems.
* Welsh language skills are desirable.
Benefits
* A competitive Grade 10 salary, reflecting the seniority and impact of the role.
* Outstanding work‑life balance, with 26 days’ annual leave rising to 31 days, plus Bank Holidays.
* The flexibility to shape when and how you work, through agile and flexible working arrangements.
* The option to buy additional annual leave, giving you even greater control over your time.
* An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme, with enhanced employer contributions and the option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions.
* A strong focus on wellbeing, supported by a comprehensive range of policies designed to support a healthy, sustainable working life.
* A relocation package of up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility), helping you make a smooth move to the area.
* The opportunity to lead projects that leave a lasting legacy, improving social care infrastructure and outcomes for communities across Pembrokeshire.
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