Workplace & Resident Access Strategy Project Lead

Workplace & Resident Access Strategy Project Lead

Location: Civic Campus, Euclid Street, SN1 2JG

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 6+ Months

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 64.16 per hour 

Job Ref: OR9831

Responsibilities

Review project deliverables for the town centre hub with relevant directors and heads of service to understand required outputs and develop a project delivery plan.

Develop an engagement strategy and maintain project tracker documentation, including stakeholder mapping, timelines, and project milestones.

Test requirements and create innovative opportunities to optimize project outputs.

Identify key requirements for services in terms of space needs and enabling technology to ensure effective and efficient service provision.

Ensure structured project management and governance arrangements to successfully deliver project outcomes.

Monitor and report project progress to stakeholders, including preparing reports for governance boards and making recommendations for decisions.

Engage with various groups/individuals at senior levels both internal and external to the Council to provide advice and ensure effective project delivery.

Collaborate with the Head of Construction on necessary adaptations and modifications for the town centre hub.

Lead associated work to deliver the Workplace and Resident Access strategy.

Direct transformation delivery team members to support strategy delivery.

Ensure the central hub aligns with the integrated community hubs model for satellite centres.

Person Specification

Prince 2 Foundation and Practitioner qualified with significant work-related experience preferred; exceptional experience considered if not certified.

Substantial experience in a senior project management role within a large organization handling significant business transformation projects.

Proficient in project management using leading methodologies and processes.

Strong negotiation skills and commitment to achieving sustainable project outcomes.

Ability to influence at all levels and facilitate win-win outcomes.

Comprehensive knowledge of project management with the ability to adapt processes and influence stakeholders.

Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams, including senior managers and external partners.

Confidently operate at all business levels and challenge actions or decisions contrary to project objectives.

Promote excellent customer service and prioritize customer satisfaction and resident engagement.

Skilled in analyzing situations and developing creative solutions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.

Ability to produce concise and accurate reports and strategically use information to support corporate objectives.

Self-motivated, proactive, with good communication and interpersonal skills.

Creative in using resources and prioritizing outcomes to deliver cost-effective services.

Constantly review work methods and identify opportunities for service quality improvement.

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