Project Manager (Economy)

Summary: The Project Manager for Regeneration (Economy) will oversee the delivery of significant regeneration and development projects, focusing on enhancing the local economy. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of capital projects while collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring compliance with project governance. The successful candidate will contribute to the 'Stronger Economy' agenda and support planning and funding applications. The position is predominantly remote with key meetings and site visits required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of high-profile regeneration projects from concept to completion
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams across council services, consultants, EQUANS, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate delivery partners and maintain full project documentation and governance
• Develop Stakeholder and Communications Plans to ensure clear and effective engagement
• Monitor budgets, funding claims, procurement processes, and financial compliance
• Support submission of planning and funding applications, as well as negotiations on land and tenancy issues
• Produce and present reports for officer boards, members, and partner forums
• Ensure all projects contribute to the Local Plan, Economic Strategy, and wider regeneration objectives

Key Skills:

• Proven experience delivering capital regeneration or development projects
• Background in local government or large public sector organisations (desirable)
• Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2
• Strong interpersonal, stakeholder, and communication skills
• Ability to manage project risk, finance, procurement, and reporting to a high standard
• Relevant degree or professional qualification in a related field
• Project management qualification and/or significant experience

Salary (Rate): 500

City: undetermined

Country: England

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other