Major Works & Capital Projects Manager in Bexleyheath

6 Month Contract With A Local Authority

To lead the procurement, planning, delivery and governance of the Council's Major Works and Capital Programme across non-housing assets and corporate estate holdings.

The postholder will be responsible for managing capital projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets, timescales and scope while maintaining robust governance, regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement. The role will provide strategic leadership across capital investment programmes, project delivery, procurement and contract management, whilst leading a team of Project Managers and supporting the Council's wider asset management objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Programme & Project Delivery

• Lead the development, planning and delivery of the Council's Major Works and Capital Programme.
  
• Manage capital projects across the Council's non-housing property portfolio.
  
• Ensure projects are delivered to agreed scope, budget and programme.
  
• Prioritise capital works programmes in line with Council objectives and asset needs.
  
• Support the development of new strategic capital projects and investment initiatives.
  
• Implement robust project governance, reporting and monitoring arrangements.
  

Procurement & Contract Management

• Lead procurement activities for capital works and specialist projects.
  
• Develop tender specifications, procurement strategies and contract documentation.
  
• Ensure compliance with:
  
  • Public Contracts Regulations
    
  • Council Procurement Procedures
    
  • Financial Regulations
    
• Manage consultants, contractors and specialist service providers.
  
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure delivery against contractual obligations.
  
• Negotiate with suppliers and contractors to achieve value for money.
  

Compliance & Technical Management

• Provide technical advice on property compliance and capital works.
  
• Ensure projects comply with:
  
  • CDM Regulations 2015
    
  • Health & Safety Legislation
    
  • Building Regulations
    
  • Property Compliance Requirements
    
• Ensure all statutory approvals are in place before works commence.
  
• Maintain accurate compliance and asset information.
  
• Utilise stock condition and property data to inform capital investment decisions.
  

Financial Management

• Manage capital programme budgets and expenditure.
  
• Monitor project costs, forecasts and financial performance.
  
• Ensure effective budgetary control and financial reporting.
  
• Support grant applications and administer external funding opportunities.
  
• Ensure value for money is achieved across all projects and programmes.
  

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage a team of Project Managers.
  
• Allocate workloads and monitor project performance.
  
• Provide technical guidance, mentoring and professional support.
  
• Support recruitment, development and performance management activities.
  
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
  

Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare reports for:
  
  • Corporate Leadership Team
    
  • Asset Boards
    
  • Committees
    
  • Senior Management Teams
    
• Present project and programme performance information to stakeholders.
  
• Develop and maintain project governance frameworks and reporting systems.
  
• Build positive relationships with:
  
  • Senior Managers
    
  • Elected Members
    
  • Service Departments
    
  • External Partners
    
  • Contractors
    
  • Funding Bodies
    
• Lead user groups and stakeholder consultation activities relating to capital projects.
  

Service Improvement & Strategic Development

• Contribute to asset strategy and property service development.
  
• Review and improve policies, procedures and working methods.
  
• Implement innovative approaches and technology solutions where appropriate.
  
• Support emergency planning, business continuity and operational resilience arrangements.
  
• Promote continuous improvement across Property and Facilities Management services.
  

Requirements

Essential

• HND or equivalent qualification in Construction, Building Surveying, Property or related discipline.
  
• Significant experience managing major works and capital programmes.
  
• Experience delivering large-scale construction, refurbishment and property projects.
  
• Strong knowledge of:
  
  • Capital Programme Management
    
  • Procurement & Contract Management
    
  • Public Sector Procurement
    
  • CDM Regulations 2015
    
  • Health & Safety Legislation
    
  • Property Compliance
    
  • Building Surveying Principles
    
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Strong budget management and financial control experience.
  
• Experience developing tender documentation and procurement strategies.
  
• Experience using stock condition data to inform capital investment programmes.
  
• Strong report writing, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Proficiency in:
  
  • Microsoft Excel
    
  • Microsoft Word
    
  • Microsoft Project
    
  • Outlook
    
• Excellent project planning, governance and risk management skills.
  
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
  
• Ability to travel across the Borough.
  

Desirable

• Professional membership of CIOB, RICS or equivalent.
  
• Experience within Local Government Property Services.
  
• PRINCE2 or equivalent project management qualification.
  
• Experience securing and administering capital grant funding.
  
• Experience leading strategic asset management programmes.
  

Additional Information

• Location: London Borough of Bexley - Hybrid Working
  
• Hours Per Week: 37 Hours
  
• Payment Frequency: Bi-Weekly Payments