We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the Council’s Strategic Waste Management & Enforcement team.
We welcome applicants who will lead the delivery of a range of waste-related projects and programmes including delivery of strategic options appraisal, strategy development/implementation and capital programme including infrastructure/construction delivery within the Waste Services of Buckinghamshire. The Communities directorate is at the heart of the organisation and this role, within Neighbourhood Services, provides a fast-paced and extremely rewarding opportunity in a supportive environment. This is an exciting time to join us, as we grow and develop our services following the creation of Buckinghamshire Council, and in response to the Government’s Resources & Waste Strategy and the far-reaching Environment Act.
About us
The role sits within the Strategic Waste Management and Enforcement team. The team are friendly, approachable and enjoy working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to offer proactive, innovative and customer-focused solutions. The team will be undertaking option appraisals, reviewing contracts & campaigns, developing, and implementing strategies and policies. As the new unitary council considers waste harmonisation opportunities, future service delivery models there is already an exciting pipeline of programmes and projects to deliver including capital projects. Working within Neighbourhood Services means there are plenty of opportunities for learning and development, in both a formal and informal capacity. The wider environment is dynamic and supportive, and we invest in ‘growing our own’, so there are excellent opportunities for career progression.
About the role
The Project Manager will be responsible for the planning and execution of a variety of projects, including shaping the way that Buckinghamshire Council delivers its waste collection and disposal services to its residents. The post holder will be working closely with the Head of Strategic Waste Management & Enforcement, Waste Commissioning Team Leader, as appropriate with the Heads of Waste Collection Services and their teams, and internal/external experts in multi-disciplined teams. The role will involve high-profile decisions through organisation governances in line with Buckinghamshire Council’s vision, values, and strategic objectives.
Any-Desk:
As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements*.
*subject to current Government Covid-19 Guidance
About you
The ideal candidate will need to be an enthusiastic, self-motivated and highly organised person. The right person will need to have an excellent track record of managing projects including documentation within a complex environment using a formal method such as PRINCE2, along with delivering these to time, quality and cost. Experience in leading and delivering waste-related infrastructure, construction design management (CDM) such as waste transfer stations, new household recycling centres, acquisition of equipment, plant, vehicles and negotiate complex works and service contracts. They will need to be able to demonstrate initiative and be able to work under pressure to deliver against milestones and will need to have exceptional prioritisation and people skills. The person will be able to lead, negotiate and make decisions to take forward the programme of projects with stakeholders. You will need to have strong communication skills and be able to engage with stakeholders at all levels in a proactive, politically sensitive manner. You will need to be customer-focused and anticipate customer changes to deliver high service standards.
Waste management experience and knowledge is not essential but is desirable.
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The closing date for applications is at 23.00 on Sunday 5th June 2022. Interviews could occur throughout the advertised period with final interviews during the week commencing Monday 6th June and during the week commencing 13th June 2022. Interviews will be via MS Teams.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Angeli Lotay, Waste Commissioning Team Leader Angeli.Lotay@buckinghamhsire.gov.uk and/or Gurbaksh Badhan, Strategic Head of Waste Management and Enforcement, Gurbaksh.Badhan@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
