Senior Development Manager WCC620125

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Job Details:

Salary range: £76,554 - £106,425 per annum
Work location: Westminster City Hall, 64 Victoria Street, Westminster, SW1E 6QP
Hours per week: 36
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 16 March 2025

About Us:

Capital Works in Westminster City Council is a world of extraordinary stories. Where dedicated and focused people are using all their skills to improve and enhance the lives of the people who live, work and play in our borough.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will manage the estates in the south of the borough to ensure they are great places to live. You will work on important projects and collaborate with various stakeholders.

The Role:

As a Senior Development Manager, your responsibilities will include managing the full project cycle, leading external and internal specialists, and establishing relationships with relevant stakeholders like contractors, agents, and consultants.

Expect to work in collaboration with the wider team, meet deadlines, and fulfill WCC obligations and targets, including in relation to social value. You will also review and report on revenue and cost, design and progress meetings, development and project plans, risk assessment, and mitigation reports.

You will be responsible for developing project briefs, determining project risks, liaising with procurement and legal teams, and managing multi-disciplinary project teams. You will oversee technical designs and engage with the Project Manager to verify compliance with contract obligations.

You will coordinate the handover and aftercare stages by liaising with internal teams and external consultants to secure timely and quality completion of all project deliverables.

About You:

You will need a proven track record at a senior project management level within the development and construction sector. You should be adept at analyzing complex problems, developing business models, and managing risks effectively. Your ability to craft and deliver presentations and reports for a wide range of audiences will help you succeed.

You must be capable of inspiring and coaching team members, managing political and cultural challenges, and delivering project and change management initiatives. A strong commercial focus with active contract management experience is essential.

You should have a proven ability to manage contractors and consultants, establish budgets and cash flows, and oversee financial reporting. If you excel in analyzing project data and mitigating risks, you will be well placed to drive our projects forward.

What We Offer:

Westminster is home to a diverse community and vibrant businesses. We are committed to building a more inclusive city and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We also offer a range of flexible working patterns.

The Council is a Disability Confident Employer and guarantees an interview for applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria of the job.