Capital Works officer
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

Lancashire
•2 hours ago
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Your new companyYou will be working for a council in LancashireYour new roleTo lead on the delivery of capital works programmes across the Borough Council, the Leisure Trust, and externally funded projects, ensuring schemes are developed, procured and delivered on time, to budget and in full compliance with statutory and corporate requirements. The post holder will also oversee statutory compliance programmes across the property estate, ensuring that risk is effectively managed and reported.Main duties and responsibilities: Capital Programme worksManage the planning, procurement and delivery of capital projects across the Borough council, the Leisure Trust and externally funded programmes. Take responsibility for project feasibility, option appraisals, scheme design, procurement and contract management through to completion and handover.Compliance AssuranceLead on statutory compliance across the estate, including asbestos management, fire safety, water hygiene, electrical safety and accessibility. Develop and manage compliance audits, ensuring risks are identified, managed and reported in line with corporate governance requirements.Financial and Contract ManagementTake responsibility for project budgets, financial forecasting and cost control. Prepare tender documentation, manage procurement processes, evaluate bids, and oversee contractor performance, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standing orders.Grant-Funded Programme DeliveryManage externally funded and grant-supported projects, including liaising with funding bodies, preparing monitoring returns, and ensuring compliance with funding conditions and reporting requirements.Stakeholder EngagementLead stakeholder consultation processes, including members, service managers, community groups and funding partners. Present project proposals, progress and risks in a




