Overview
Broxtowe Borough Council is seeking a proactive, organised and technically competent Project Officer – Capital & Development to join the Asset Management & Development Team within Landlord Services. This fast‑paced, high‑tempo delivery role requires managing and coordinating multiple capital, planned maintenance and development projects across the Council’s housing stock.
Responsibilities
* Deliver projects from initial survey, specification and procurement through to completion and handover.
* Balance competing priorities and maintain momentum across a busy work programme.
* Respond effectively to emerging site issues while ensuring works are delivered safely, to budget and to specification.
* Coordinate closely with the Housing Development Manager, Procurement Officer, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver schemes successfully.
* Monitor project finances, including contractor valuations and variations, and manage variations.
* Ensure all projects meet procurement and statutory requirements.
Qualifications
* Experience delivering capital works, planned maintenance or development projects, ideally within a housing or public sector setting.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
* Practical knowledge of building construction methods, materials and defect diagnosis.
* Strong control over quality, cost and compliance.
* Experience monitoring project finances, contractor valuations and variations.
* Knowledgeable in public sector procurement processes, particularly for small value works.
* Highly organised, able to prioritise and manage competing demands effectively.
* Excellent communication skills with a collaborative and customer‑focused approach.
* Qualified in construction, surveying, property, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
* Demonstrates and represents the Council’s GREAT values and behaviours.
Requirements
Designated car user role that requires regular site attendance and occasional evening or out‑of‑hours work may be required to support service delivery.
EEO Statement
Broxtowe Borough Council is a disability confident employer and an organisation committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Benefits
The Council offers a generous pension fund, loyalty awards, family‑friendly policies and discounts as part of the employee benefits scheme.
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