Project Manager

Join the Capital Projects and Development Team, a highly respected team within Construction Services that plays a vital role in delivering Warwickshire County Council's ambitious capital programme. We are responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of projects that improve and enhance the Council's property estate, with a particular focus on education and corporate facilities.

Working closely with colleagues, consultants, contractors and stakeholders across the Council, the team delivers innovative, sustainable and high-quality construction projects that make a real difference to local communities. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative, professional and supportive environment where your expertise will directly contribute to shaping Warwickshire's future infrastructure.

About the role

We are looking for a driven Construction Project Manager to lead a varied portfolio of large and complex construction projects within our demanding capital programme, working with our highly regarded team.

Based at Shire Hall, Warwick, you will take projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery to agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards. You will manage all aspects of the project lifecycle, including scheme development, feasibility, procurement, consultant appointment, contract management, budget control and stakeholder engagement.

Working alongside internal clients, elected members, consultants and contractors, you will provide expert project management support across a range of new build, extension, refurbishment and property development schemes. You will also contribute to the development of procurement strategies and help ensure that projects are delivered safely, sustainably and in accordance with best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional who enjoys managing multiple projects, building strong relationships and delivering meaningful outcomes for communities across Warwickshire.

Key Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will bring substantial experience managing complex construction projects and a proven track record of delivering projects from concept through to completion.

You will have:

• A construction-related degree or equivalent qualification.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution (or be working towards membership), alongside a commitment to continuing professional development.
• Significant project management experience within the construction industry.
• Experience of delivering capital projects within the education sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction design principles, procurement methods and the full development process.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors, project budgets and contractual arrangements.
• Excellent commercial awareness and the ability to balance quality, cost and programme objectives.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage effectively at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, self-motivated and flexible approach to work.
• A full driving licence and the ability to travel throughout Warwickshire when required.

If you are an experienced construction professional looking for an opportunity to deliver impactful projects within a large and varied capital programme, we would love to hear from you.

For further information please see the Job Description and Person Specification.

Working for Warwickshire - This is the difference you make

Warwickshire County Council is a place where everyone feels valued, included, safe, supported, and welcome. Our people are at the heart of this vision, could you be one of them!

At Warwickshire County Council we are committed to ensuring Warwickshire's economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision for Warwickshire County Council is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.

Your future matters to us, we provide a generous pension scheme which includes an employer contribution rate of typically around 19 percent per month, to help support your financial security during retirement. The scheme also offers a valuable package of benefits for members and their dependants. To find out more please visit: Warwickshire Pension Fund homepage - Warwickshire Pension Fund'

The benefits we offer include agile working, a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government, generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivupbenefits and discounts platform.

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Additional Information

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.

We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible. We don't want to keep you waiting so we will be starting the initial shortlist and assessment process while the job advert is running. Please check your emails or applicant account via our jobs portal for any updates on your application

If you are applying for this role on a secondment basis please ensure you have permission from your line manager.

To discuss the role please contact David Lockhart on davidlockhart@warwickshire.gov.uk

Closing date:12th November 2026
Interview date:TBC

Should you require application forms in an alternative format / language or any adjustments to be made throughout the application process or upon appointment, please contact hrandpayroll@warwickshire.gov.uk and we will make every effort to meet your specific requirements.

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