3 months contract with a Local Authority
Pay Rate: £25 per hour Umbrella
Summary
- This is a 3-month contract position with a Local Authority, offering a pay rate of £25 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The Programme Support Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the Highways Service by providing project, programme, and administrative assistance. The focus will be on managing, monitoring, and reporting the Highways Capital Programme.
Responsibilities
- Track, monitor, and report on the progress of the Highways Capital Programme and related project requests.
- Ensure programme information is accurate, validated, and clearly presented to aid decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, senior officers, Councillors, contractors, and external stakeholders.
- Maintain and update project documentation, ensuring accessibility and accuracy.
- Manage document version control and naming conventions to provide a reliable source of project information.
- Keep detailed project records, including milestones, financial data, budgets, actions, and risks.
- Set up and manage project network folders, ensuring appropriate access for project teams.
- Coordinate and maintain project logs, covering risks, issues, change control, project requests, and capital programme changes.
Requirements:
- Extensive practical experience with project management techniques, tools, and approaches.
- Experience in providing project or programme support within a complex organization.
- Proficiency in managing project information, maintaining records, and generating progress reports.
- Experience with project documentation, version control, and information management systems.
- Ability to monitor project milestones, actions, risks, and issues.
- Strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and capability to maintain accurate project information.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Information
- Working hours are 37 hours per week.
- Hybrid working model: 4 days on-site at Civic Offices and Synergy Park, 1 day remote.
- A DBS check is required.
- Payments are made bi-weekly.
- The application deadline is approaching, so apply as soon as possible.
Highway Services Programme Support Officer in Milton Keynes employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises meaningful impact in the community, particularly for children and families. With a strong commitment to professional development and a collaborative work culture, employees are empowered to drive positive change while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment in Ipswich. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead significant projects that align with national reforms, making a real difference in the lives of those served.
