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Project Lead X2 – WMF1515e

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Salary
£45,718 - £46,731
Expires
08/12/2024
Location
Kendal, Cumbria
Job Type
Full Time

Westmorland and Furness Council are current seeking two Project Leads to oversee the development and successful delivery of initiatives within the Schools Planned Maintenance Programme, as well as a range of school and community improvement projects. Current projects include a school extension, a visitor centre, a community equipment store, and an alternative provision unit.

We are seeking candidates with proven project management expertise—ideally in property-related fields—who can confidently manage all phases of a project. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, community-focused projects that make a tangible difference. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for those looking to take on this impactful and rewarding position.

What can we offer you!

  • Excellent training and development offers.
  • Flexible working opportunities.
  • Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
  • Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
  • Competitive rates of pay.
  • A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 8th December 2024

Interview date: TBC

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

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