Suffolk County Council
Infrastructure Schemes Commissioning Project Manager (Minor Works) (Internal)
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- Suffolk County Council
Address: Phoenix House, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5NP - Hybrid
Salary: £48,163 - £58,850 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available
Contract: Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Infrastructure Scheme Project Manager (Minor Works), you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Reporting to the Infrastructure Scheme Commissioning Manager you will efficiently and effectively lead a small team, project managing a large portfolio of sustainable transport schemes and programmes. Primary focus will be on those schemes with a budget value of less than £1m typically Section 106 schemes and other highway improvements as required.
You will work closely with a range of stakeholders, particularly Transport Strategy, managing all investigation and design phases to implementation on the ground. This will entail carrying out investigations, feasibility, preliminary and detailed design for various highway improvement and maintenance schemes internal for and external works commissioners, including ‘ECI’ engagement and Community Engagement/Consultation activities
You will promote appropriate culture and behaviours and embed these in a customer focused team that establishes and maintains strong and effective relationships with a broad and diverse range of stakeholders.
You will need
- Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or significant relevant experience in the design of highway maintenance and improvement schemes.
- Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
- An appropriate and valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
- Preferably hold NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications for managing health and safety
- Considerable experience of successfully managing a range of complex projects in highways engineering, highways design or similar technical disciplines.
- Considerable technical knowledge and awareness of highways design and maintenance techniques, including the appropriate application of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
- Considerable understanding of relevant health and safety legislation and codes of practice (including the CDM Regulations 2015).
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.
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Suffolk Highways is a collaboration between Suffolk County Council and private sector service provider(s) to meet the primary objective of maintaining roads and delivering new highway infrastructure in Suffolk
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We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report [https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/our-aims-and-transformation-programmes/the-councils-equality-and-inclusion-commitment-to-you].
For more information
Please contact Julia Procter for a casual conversation. You can reach him by calling 01473 260413 or emailing Julia.Procter@suffolk.gov.uk.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/24495-Infrastructure-Schemes-Project-Manager-Minor-Works.docx]
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 500 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template [https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/SCC/Other-Docs/SupportingStatementTemplate.docx].
- Describe your experience and working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and Health, Safety and Environmental legislation. How have you applied this knowledge within your role?
- Provide an example of a transport or highways project you have delivered through the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and design to construction and completion. What was your role, and how did you ensure successful delivery against programme, quality and project objectives?
- Describe your experience of managing budgets across multiple projects or schemes. How have you monitored expenditure, managed financial risks and achieved value for money while maintaining delivery timescales?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page [https://www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/#en/sites/CX_3001/pages/657088].
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Closing date: 11.30pm, 20 September 2026.
Please note: As part of the interview candidates will be required to deliver a 15-minute presentation, the presentation topic will be provided a minimum of one week ahead of the interview date. The interview is likely to be 1.5hrs in duration which will cover time for the presentation and 5 minutes of questions on this topic, followed by a set of questions related to the role as part of a standard interview process.
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As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
- up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
- membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
- performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
- training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
- a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
- diverse and active staff networks
- flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) [https://careers.suffolk.gov.uk/].
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