At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead multi-million-pound flood and coastal risk management projects to protect communities and the environment.
- Company: Join Cumberland Council's dedicated Flood & Coastal Risk Management team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent contract, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to supporting all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in public-sector projects and strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 47181 - 48226 £ per year.
Salary: £47,181 to £48,226; Hours: 37 hours per week; Location: Carlisle; Contract: Permanent.
About This Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Lead to join Cumberland Council’s Flood & Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) team.
This key role will lead the development and delivery of multi‑million‑pound flood and coastal risk management projects that protect communities, businesses, infrastructure, and the environment across Cumberland.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering the Council’s flood and coastal works programme while supporting the team’s statutory responsibilities as the Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) and Coast Protection Authority (CPA).
As Project Lead, you will manage projects throughout their entire life cycle—from initial feasibility and business case development, through to procurement, design, construction, and commissioning.
You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, manage consultants and contractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, within budget, and to the highest professional standards.
You will lead on engagement with a wide range of stakeholders—including residents, elected members, government agencies, partner organisations, local businesses, funding bodies, and regulatory authorities—to ensure effective communication and consultation throughout project development and delivery.
You will ensure compliance with statutory requirements, internal governance, and grant funding conditions, and provide leadership in project and programme management, risk management, and continuous improvement.
The role also includes supporting LLFA and CPA functions, including flood investigations, site visits, and Section 19 reporting where required.
The Project Lead will actively contribute to the wider FCRM team through mentoring, sharing project management expertise, and promoting a culture of high‑quality project delivery.
Qualifications
- Significant experience delivering complex public‑sector capital‑funded projects.
- Strong knowledge of flooding and coastal erosion processes, mitigation measures, and funding routes.
- Experience delivering Natural Flood Management (NFM) projects is beneficial.
- Strong project planning, programming, and risk and commercial management skills; familiarity with, or qualification in, a recognised project management framework or methodology such as APM or PRINCE2 is desirable.
- Knowledge of public sector financial and procurement processes and relevant procurement legislation.
- Experience procuring and managing consultants, contractors and professional service providers, and working collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, NEC contracts, and ability to use Auto CAD and GIS software is beneficial.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to prepare and present technical and non‑technical information clearly and effectively to a range of audiences; comfortable chairing and presenting at meetings, including within a public setting.
- A valid driving licence is essential for this role.
- Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
We are a proud Disability Confident Leader and an Age Friendly Employer, providing opportunities for everyone to thrive.
We welcome applicants who identify as disabled, are in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under, or are a member of the British Armed Forces community.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for participants in the recruitment process and will listen to and accommodate reasonable requests when possible.
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Project Lead - Flood and Coastal Risk Management - CMB2597e in Carlisle employer: Cumberland Council
Cumberland Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people at risk of exploitation. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. Working in the beautiful Cumberland region, staff enjoy a fulfilling career with competitive salaries and the opportunity to make a real difference in their community.
