A local authority in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects, with a particular focus on new development and minor highways improvements. The role calls for someone confident in guiding schemes from early feasibility through to delivery, applying strong design awareness and technical understanding to shape high‑quality, practical solutions. You'll play a central role in coordinating project development, ensuring that programmes, budgets, and risks are effectively managed while maintaining a clear strategic vision for each scheme.
Success in this position relies on your ability to manage external consultants, foster productive working relationships, and bring together a wide range of stakeholders. You'll engage regularly with internal teams, partner organisations, community representatives, and elected members, ensuring that projects are communicated clearly and progress is well understood. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on local infrastructure, contributing to improvements that directly benefit residents and support the authority's long‑term ambitions.