Post Ref: CC381
Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
Following the resignation of the existing postholder, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Capital Regeneration Programme Lead to help us to continue to transform Calderdale.
The Major Projects Service
The Major Projects Service is responsible for developing, managing and delivering major construction and infrastructure projects on behalf of the Council, and comprises three teams:
- Capital Regeneration;
- Highways and Infra-structure; and
- Schools Capital.
As the Capital Regeneration Programme Lead, you would lead the Capital Regeneration Team.
The Role
The Capital Regeneration Programme Lead is responsible for securing, overseeing and directing the development, delivery and implementation of projects, corporate initiatives and cross-programme workstreams, ensuring that the Council's best interests are met. Managing and overseeing a multi-skilled team of internal and external teams, the key objective of the role is to identify and secure the resources for projects and ensure they are delivered within the agreed time, cost and quality parameters.
Working with the Council's Cabinet, Elected Members, Directors and internal and external stakeholders, the postholder will have excellent relationship skills and the ability to influence and balance strategic leadership with effective programme and project management.
The Person
Applicants should possess a degree-level qualification in a relevant subject and / or substantial demonstrable experience in developing and delivering construction projects. You will be a proven leader with successful experience of all project delivery stages, including contractual options, procurement procedures and effective risk management. You will thrive in a fast-paced, solution-focused delivery environment. You will be able to think and act strategically, demonstrating a clear vision that can be translated into effective action. You will have a proven track record that includes effective resource and financial management, strong organisational skills, excellent negotiation and consultation skills and the ability to influence in an assertive but non-confrontational way.
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday, 29 June, 2025.
Interview Date/s: Monday, 28 July and / or Tuesday 29 July, 2025.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
