At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major local devolution programme and manage community assets and services.
- Company: Portishead Town Council, committed to community development.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive day rate, and impactful community work.
- Other info: Opportunity for significant professional growth and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while honing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Strong project management experience, ideally in local government or public sector.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: The Folk Hall, Portishead, North Somerset (Hybrid / Flexible)
Start: As soon as possible
Role Summary
Portishead Town Council is seeking expressions of interest from experienced project managers to support delivery of a major local devolution programme. This programme involves the transfer and ongoing management of a significant portfolio of community assets and services, and requires dedicated project management to co‑ordinate legal, operational, procurement and stakeholder workstreams.
Qualifications
- Strong project/programme management experience (ideally within local government or the public sector).
- Experience of asset transfer, service mobilisation or complex multi workstream delivery.
- Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
Application Details
Interested individuals or organisations are invited to submit a brief expression of interest, including relevant experience, availability and indicative day rate. For further information or to receive a short specification, please contact:
Closing date for initial expressions: Midnight on Tuesday 30 June 2026
Devolution Project Manager (Consultant) in Portishead employer: Portishead Town Council
Portishead Town Council is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that values community engagement and project management excellence. With a focus on employee growth and development, the council provides flexible working arrangements and opportunities to make a meaningful impact on local services and assets. Join us in shaping the future of Portishead while enjoying a supportive culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation.
