Project and Programme Manager x2

Full Time
Aberystwyth, Bangor, Conwy, Halkyn, Llandrindod Wells, Newtown
Posted 3 months ago

Salary: £46,142 – £48,226

Duration: Permanent
One of the Following Locations: Halkyn, Conwy, Bangor, Llandrindod, Dolgellau, Aberystwyth, Newtown. To include hybrid working.

CLOSING DATE: 12/01/26

Application forms and further details available through Gwynedd Council’s website or by telephoning 01286 679076.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established team of Project and Programme Managers delivering capital projects on the road network across North and Mid Wales. The post holder will be responsible for leading on the project management of highway improvements, upgrades and major maintenance projects.

Main Responsibilities

To be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all Agency multidisciplinary projects with regard to ensuring
delivery to cost, time and quality requirements.

To assist in the coordination and programming of the Agency’s annual and 5 year programme of renewal, upgrade,
and safety schemes.

To support the Agency Project Sponsors in the development and delivery of the Agency’s overall programme of
revenue and capital projects.

To act as the Agency’s contract administration and project procurement specialist.

To ensure compliant contract administration of projects on the network to meet Welsh Government requirements.

To assist in the development and implementation of project procurement policy and procedures including the development and implementation of the SharePoint project management system and associated database.

To assist with regard to the technical and contractual aspects of the establishment, monitoring and renewal of the Agency’s framework contracts.

To act as Project Sponsor and CDM Client on projects as agreed.

To procure and project manage consultancy design and contractor services in accordance with Agency procedures, ensuring compliance with performance requirements.

Who we’re looking for

Job Specific Criteria
Essential

The ability to work under pressure

Self-motivated and committed

Ability to receive, assimilate and evaluate information from multiple sources

Candidates must be capable of working with minimal supervision

 

Qualifications and relevant training
Essential

A degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or an appropriate discipline or

HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering or an appropriate discipline and significant relevant experience

Relevant Experience
Essential

Relevant experience in managing the delivery of infrastructure improvement schemes

Experience in coordinating and managing programmes of work

Experience in contract administration and project procurement

Skills and specialist knowledge

Essential

Ability to organise work priorities, forward plan and deliver programmes of work on time with minimal supervision

Ability to effectively co-ordinate and manage the delivery of work programmes through service providers to prescribed deadlines

To undertake duties in a confident and professional manner with the ability to show initiative and creativity

Ability to receive, assimilate and evaluate information from multiple sources and provide detailed recommendations

Detailed knowledge of project management and the key processes within the delivery of individual projects within an engineering or construction
environment

Current Driving Licence

Language requirements
Essential

The ability to speak Welsh and English is essential for this role.

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Job CategoryProjects
Salary£46142 - £48224 Per Year