Are you ready to lead and shape the future of our Capital Programme?
Buckinghamshire Council have created a new role for a strategic leader to spearhead our brand-new Capital PMO function! In this key new role, you’ll be at the heart of overseeing and managing the Council’s Capital Programme, driving governance excellence, and delivering impactful reports to our Corporate Management Team (CMT) and Members.
About us
The Capital PMO will be a key player within the Deputy Chief Executive’s (DCE) Directorate, reporting directly to the Service Director – Major Projects. You’ll collaborate strategically and operationally across the organisation and with external partners. You will be leading a dedicated team, including one direct report, within the Improvement & Efficiency Service, ensuring seamless alignment with the Corporate PMO and our key change programmes.
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
About the role
As the Capital Programme PMO Manager, you’ll be the linchpin connecting all Directorates. Your role will be dynamic and fast-paced, demanding a forward-thinking individual who excels at seeing the big picture, spotting emerging trends, and crafting innovative solutions to complex challenges.
You’ll be tasked with challenging and influencing stakeholders, crafting and monitoring the delivery of crucial strategies and policies, and wielding your financial expertise and political acumen to navigate a multifaceted political landscape.
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.
About you
Who We’re Looking For:
* Strategic Leader: Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can see beyond the immediate to drive long-term success.
* Influencer & Collaborator: A skilled communicator capable of engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders.
* Financial Expert: With a strong grasp of financial management and strategic planning.
* Innovative Problem-Solver: Able to develop creative solutions to complex issues with a keen eye for emerging trends.
Ready to make your mark? Apply now and be a driving force in shaping the future of our Capital Programme!
This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
* All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions
We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible.
Our values and culture
We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.
By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:
a fair and inclusive culture
* the chance to really make a difference to those around you
* health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
* a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
* ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
* opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.
From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.
We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.
About the Business Unit
The Deputy Chief Executive directorate is central to Buckinghamshire Council’s journey to establish itself as one of the best councils in the country. With a clear focus on service improvement through transformation and a drive to build better relationships with the local community, the directorate is fast-paced; but extremely rewarding. Our teams are not only proactively delivering on projects and plans but also reacting to developing situations. If you are ambitious, innovative, and would relish the opportunity to influence change - a role within our service area could be your next career move.
The team includes exciting areas of work, including a brand new localities model – delivering 16 community boards across the county to make it easy for our residents to engage with us as we work together to plan for the future. Other teams include our Policy and Communications and Legal and Democratic Services teams – innovating the way we communicate with our colleagues, Members and the local community, and role-modelling best practice through policy, planning and legal services. If you think you can help us achieve our goals, and want to be a part of this exciting journey, we would love to hear from you!
We recognise and reward you
Hard work and success deserve recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. We also offer a salary sacrifice personal car lease scheme to those who are eligible and have passed their probation period. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
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