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Service Lead, Governance and Operational Service- Dudley (Grade 11) – Governance Lead – Childrens Services 24-7 recruitment are looking for a Service Lead, Governance and Operational Service (Governance Lead – Childrens Services) based in Dudley. Under the overall direction of the Head of Commissioning and Support Services the post holder will be responsible for the children’s services business support function within the Directorate. **Subject to the Basic Check (Scotland) Driving Licence will be subject to checking with the DVLA. It is a council requirement to have Business Use Car Insurance and a valid MOT certificate (For cars over 3 years old) Payrate: £168.47 – £174.49 per day- Up To £224 PD Contract type: Temporary (ongoing) Accountabilities of the Service Lead, Governance and Operational Service (Governance Lead – Childrens Services) role: You will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of all available resources to provide or commission a high quality service(s) to the Directorate. You will provide effective leadership and management to the service area. You will be expected to effectively manage service change designed to help achieve the Directorate and Council’s overall strategic priorities and aims. You must be prepared to work flexibly and swiftly adapt to changing circumstances in respect of services provided or commissioned by the Council. Plan, monitor and control the work of Business Support (spread over a number of buildings), setting priorities and liaising with other heads of service, service managers and team managers to ensure the provision of an effective and efficient business support service. Manage service provision to meet defined targets and quality standards Ensure that the service meet expectations and achieves service objectives through adopting a proactive, positive and effective approach to performance management at individual and service level. Direct responsibility and accountability for the management of Business Support, including income and expenditure authorisation, ensuring effective and proper spend and compliance with statutory financial regulations. Promote and implement good employment policy and practice ensuring that individuals are effectively performance managed; supported in their professional development and fully equipped to deliver service expectations. Continually review the development of staff within Business Support in line with service requirements Actively review processes and procedures within the Business Support to ensure high quality, accurate and effective support is provided Define standards & documentation to ensure the smooth running of the Business Support & ensure that they are implemented Foster relationships with individuals and managers across Children’s Services to ensure objectives are met Contribute to the recruitment and selection process * Ensure effective communications within and across the service areas of responsibility * Actively lead and promote a positive approach to equality which ensures the Council meets its statutory obligations, engages with all of its communities and develops an inclusive culture which positively welcomes diversity. * Make an effective contribution to corporate, directorate and service wide management teams and support the Council’s leadership in service developments and where appropriate key corporate policies and initiatives. * Ensure compliance with all relevant Council policy and procedures throughout the service area(s) making an ongoing contribution to their review and development as necessary * Deputise for the Head of Service as required Requirements & Key Accountabilities for a Service Lead, Governance and Operational Service (Governance Lead – Childrens Services) role – * To be accountable for and promote equality, diversity and community cohesion to meet Council, Directorate and Service objectives. All employees have a responsibility not only for their own behaviour, but also for others regarding equality of opportunity. Any incident must be reported. * To participate in a Performance Review and Development meeting and undertake a plan of training where necessary. Develop his/her own skills and expertise in a professional manner. * In addition to all the responsibilities listed above, all employees must be flexible in their approach and undertake other duties that are commensurate with post holder’s level, wherever they may be, to achieve the objectives of the Directorate. * To represent the Council and Directorate in a professional manner meeting the Corporate and Directorate aims. To comply with Directorate and Corporate policies. * If appropriate to be responsible for the recruitment and performance management of designated teams and individuals in accordance with Corporate and Directorate aims and management style. * To comply with the council’s financial regulation and standing orders * To actively promote Dudley’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults at a level appropriate to this group. * Employees must comply with health and safety legislation and will be required to comply with the Council’s Health and Safety Policies. All employees must ensure that they take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as the health and safety of any person that is affected by their actions. * To be responsible for adhering to legislative requirements and Council Policies and Procedures including, but not exclusively health & safety, Data Protection and Internet/Email use. Benefits of working for 24-7 recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days holiday Access to online portal and payslips Amazing existing team Free onsite parking Flexible working options and other lifestyle benefits, we’ll enable you to make the most of your life outside work, too. We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training and development to empower you. What to do next? If this Service Lead, Governance and Operational Service (Governance Lead – Childrens Services) position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch! (Social Care)

Senior Practitioner – Social Worker– Dudley 24-7 recruitment are looking for a Social Worker to work in the Children’s Services department in Dudley ** Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential, DBS checking process, Driving Licence will be subject to checking with the DVLA. It is a council requirement to have Business Use Car Insurance and a valid MOT certificate (For cars over 3 years old) Payrate: £25.78 per hour Contract type: Temporary (ongoing) Accountabilities for Social Worker – In Dudley – * Contribute to the delivery of an effective children’s social care service as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people. * Manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of post and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs assessments, care planning, and child protection investigations. * Carry out high quality assessments, using child-centred, community focused, and multiagency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships, and to secure the best outcomes for children and young people. * Ensure children and young people are adequately protected in line with Dudley LSCB, departmental policy and procedures, and relevant legislation. Key Responsibilities as a Social Worker – In Dudley: Holds and manages a varied caseload reflecting the function of the team in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and legislation. Identifies and assesses levels of risk and need, and delivers protective or supportive services for children at risk, in need and/or looked after. Maintains an up-to-date assessment, care plan and reviews for all cases. Assesses and analyses need, contributing to and implementing plans and reviewing progress against identified outcomes ensuring that the child’s welfare is paramount throughout. Ensures that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales. Ensures that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales. Work co-operatively with colleagues and in partnership across agency boundaries. Attends a range of meetings including child protection case conference meetings and court hearings to represent the local authority. Undertakes direct work with children, young people and their families in line with agreed care plans. Carries out all work within equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory frameworks. Carries out statutory obligations in accordance with departmental policy and practice. Keeps up-to-date and act in accordance with current legislation and departmental practice and initiatives Develops/maintains good working relationships with other professionals in all agencies. Maintains accurate, up to date, and relevant case recordings and any other records as specified in departmental guidance and procedures’ and utilising tools such as the Children Case Management (CCM) system as appropriate. Maintains regular supervision through frequent meetings and briefings in line with the Department’s supervision policy. Contribute to the development of other workers sharing knowledge and skills as appropriate. Reports changes to risk levels, care plans or children’s circumstances to their supervisor on a regular basis or immediately as required. Seeks advice on appropriate action, developing new risk assessments and care plans as guided by their supervisor Contributes through team meetings and organisational events to the development of the service. Maintains and develops up-to-date knowledge and relevant skills through continued learning. Ensures that expenditure on cases is properly authorised and recorded, in accordance with departmental procedures. To apply, you should be a qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration. You’ll bring significant experience of social work, modelling good practice and providing advice and guidance in complex situations. As a subject matter expert in relevant professional practice, you should have a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, and guidance. Evidence of continuing professional development and capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards. An in-depth understanding of the financial implications of commissioned care packages. The ability to make clear decisions, to highlight and limit potential risks associated with intervention. A good level of IT skills. Benefits of working for 24-7 recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days holiday Access to online portal and payslips Amazing existing team Free onsite parking Flexible working options and other lifestyle benefits, we’ll enable you to make the most of your life outside work, too. We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training and development to empower you. What to do next? If this Social Worker – position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch!

Solicitor / Barrister – Dudley 24-7 recruitment are looking for a Solicitor / Barrister based in Dudley ** Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential, DBS/CRB checking process, Driving Licence will be subject to checking with the DVLA. It is a council requirement to have Business Use Car Insurance and a valid MOT certificate (For cars over 3 years old) Payrate: £37.32 Per hour Contract type: Temporary (Ongoing) Purpose for a Solicitor / Barrister in Dudley: The purpose of this role is to assist in the provision of an efficient and effective legal service to the Council, its Members, various directorates, and officers. This will include taking full responsibility for a caseload predominantly involving anti-social behaviour injunctions, but also when the opportunity arises, other aspects of housing law, undertaking policy and procedure work, and training provision. Accountabilities for Solicitor / Barrister in Dudley: Advising either verbally and/or in writing on the merits or institution of proceedings by or on behalf of the Council with specific reference to housing matters, predominantly relating to anti-social behaviour, and taking the necessary action when required, in particular, in connection with:- Injunctions sought under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 (and dealing with any committal action arising thereupon); Housing possession actions in respect of secure, introductory, non-secure tenants and demoted tenants, as well as illegal occupants/trespassers. Statutory nuisance proceedings. Drafting and preparing all necessary claims, applications, pleadings and notices relating to these actions, including the presentation of cases before the courts. Drafting policies, procedures and protocols in consultation with, and on behalf of, various Council directorates, especially the Housing Management division of the Housing Directorate. Preparing training materials and delivering in-house legal training on various aspects of tenancy law and administration and injunctions. Providing legal advice, either verbally and/or in writing, to Directorates, Officers and Elected Members as and when required. Job Description ASB Solicitor and Barrister JD and Person Spec Page 2 of 4 Instructing Counsel to act or appeal on behalf of the Council in circumstances where the best interests of the Council so require. Promoting and operating in accordance with the diverse needs of the community to ensure equal access to services. To be accountable for and promote equal opportunity, diversity, and community cohesion to meet Council, Directorate, and Service objectives. All employees have a responsibility not only for their own behaviour but also for others regarding equality of opportunity. Any incident must be reported. To participate in a Performance Review and Development meeting and undertake a plan of training where necessary. Develop his/her own skills and expertise in a professional manner. In addition to all the responsibilities listed above, all employees must be flexible in their approach and undertake other duties that are commensurate with the post holder’s level, wherever they may be, to achieve the objectives of the Directorate. To represent the Council and Directorate in a professional manner meeting the Corporate and Directorate aims. To comply with Directorate and Corporate policies. If appropriate be responsible for the recruitment and performance management of designated teams and individuals in accordance with Corporate and Directorate aims and management style. To comply with the council’s financial regulation and standing orders To actively promote Dudley’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults at a level appropriate to this role and setting. Employees must comply with health and safety legislation and will be required to comply with the Council’s Health and Safety Policies. All employees must ensure that they take reasonable care of their own health and safety as well as the health and safety of any person who is affected by their actions. To be responsible for adhering to legislative requirements and Council Policies and Procedures including, but not exclusively health & safety, Data Protection and Internet/Email use Experience Post qualification experience in seeking anti-social behaviour injunctions (including dealing with committal action) and in the practice of housing law. Undertaking advocacy in court Undertaking policy/procedure work and/or training provision Qualifications Admitted as a Solicitor or practicing as a Barrister. Benefits of working for 24-7 recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days holiday Access to online portal and payslips Amazing existing team Free onsite parking Flexible working options and other lifestyle benefits, we’ll enable you to make the most of your life outside work, too. We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training and development to empower you. What to do next? If this Service Manager position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch!

Equipment Reconditioner – Bilston, WV14 7LF. Our client is a food and distribution company supplying food, drink and other products mainly to the catering industry in the UK. Shift and Pay Information for Equipment Reconditioner in Bilston: Days as assigned (any 5 days of 7) Day shift 08:00-16:30 £10.42 per hour What you will be doing as an Equipment Reconditioner: Repairing and maintaining equipment returned from customers such as: commercial ovens, hot display units. Cleaning and rebuilding the equipment. Parts replacing if needed. Other duties as assigned. What do we need from you? Full right to work in the UK. Previous experience in the similar role. Benefits of working as an Equipment Reconditioner: Clean and safe working environment. Secure onsite parking Pay parity. Paid training and induction Weekly Pay Career progression Full-time hours available Canteen and break room facilities Smoking shelter Ongoing part-time hours Temp to Perm for exceptional candidates. To apply for the Equipment Reconditioner role in Bilston within Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch!

Come and join our team as a New Build Cleaner across in and around the West Midlands, Shropshire and East Midlands. **Immediate work starting asap – MUST HAVE CSCS Card to apply. Shift and Pay Information for New Build Cleaner: Monday to Friday (site hours) 40hrs a week between 5:30am and 7:00am depending on which site you will be working at. Overtime (possible weekend work) Pay Rate is £11.00 per hour Half hour paid break. Please note travel is not paid, travel ranges from 15-90 minutes each way. What you’ll be doing as a New Build Cleaner: Cleaning of newly built houses on building sites. Full clean, the day can consist of all on the below or just some of these duties depending on how dirty the house is. All debris will be removed and disposed of Deep clean of all entry doors and passages Deep clean of all light fixtures Deep clean all surfaces Deep clean all furniture Deep clean fireplace and chimney breasts Deep clean all window interiors, panes and frames Deep clean of all remaining fixtures – switch plates, smoke alarms, skirting boards etc. Vacuum floors and stairs Blinds to be dusted Site specific health and safety rules to be covered on your first day. What experience do you need? Cleaning on new build housing sites: 1 year (preferred). Must have new build cleaning experience for this role, not office, domestic or industrial. Driving Licence preferred. Candidates can either drive to pick up point where parking is free, or if lives in Wednesfield can be picked up by existing team. CSCS card essential The ability to perform repetitive tasks. Flexibility to work in shifts including weekends, and overtime when required. What can you receive as a New Build Cleaner role within the West Midlands: Weekly Pay Access to online payslip portal Full time hours available Consistent shifts Great work / life balance Please click apply to be considered for our New Build Cleaner role within the West Midlands

Come and join the amazing team based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS25 2JY as a Laboratory Analyst. Our client is committed to the leadership development, safety and economic advancement of each of our associates. Professional development opportunities abound in a diverse and inclusive work environment where safety matters. Associates earn compensation and benefits befitting a recognised industry leader, with the added satisfaction of engaging in environmental stewardship and opportunities to do meaningful work everywhere it matters. Contract type: Temporary (ongoing) for 6 months. Pay Rate: £10.42 per hour basic with min. 1 year experience Alternatively, £13.00 per hour with minimum 5 years’ laboratory experience. Key Responsibilities for Laboratory Analyst in Leeds: Primarily tasks for role are the sampling, testing & releasing of raw materials. Routine testing of Packaging & bulk samples, ensuring analysis is conducted in a timely manner with no waiting time for the packaging department. Investigating and reporting deviations / defects minimising delay and losses and verifying that any resulting corrective actions are implemented to prevent re-occurrences. Maintaining and updating paperwork associated with laboratory activities ensuring smooth running of QC functions, i.e., specifications, methods and production documents. Issuing labels to production and control of label stocks to minimise production delays and errors. Performing QC sample checks on packed products. Performing routine monitoring of water system, TOC, Conductivity, chemical testing, and microbiological sampling both on purified and WFI systems. Perform duties in accordance with principles for GMP and safe working practices. Liaise with other organisational functions to strongly communicate requirements and ensure goals are achieved. General tidiness of the laboratory to ensure compliance with GLP / GMP. Maintaining lab equipment, glassware and laboratory chemical stocks ensuring no delays in testing Qualifications Required for Laboratory Analyst: Minimum of Degree level qualification in a relevant scientific discipline (preferably chemistry). Minimum of one years’ experience in an analytical laboratory. Experienced in the use of HPLC, FT-IR and other common analytical techniques would be advantageous. Familiar with the requirements of Laboratory work under GLP/GMP conditions. Understanding of Health and Safety requirements in a Laboratory area. Essential Skills for Laboratory Analyst: Computer literate with an understanding of instrument electronic data processing systems. Ability to solve problems. Effective communication both verbally and in writing. Effective team worker. Benefits of working for 24-7 Recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days accrued annual leave per annum (inclusive of statutory holidays PAYE only) Access to online portal and payslips Free onsite parking On-going assignments Dedicated account team Excellent training facilities onsite Full time hours available Fixed Shifts Consistent shifts Great work / life balance We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training, and development to empower you. What to do next? If this position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch! — Pharmaceuticals

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner – Dudley 24-7 recruitment are looking for a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner based in Dudley ** Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential, DBS/CRB checking process, Driving Licence will be subject to checking with the DVLA. It is a council requirement to have Business Use Car Insurance and a valid MOT certificate (For cars over 3 years old) Payrate: £25.78 – £33.30 Per hour Contract type: Temporary (Ongoing) Purpose for a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner in Dudley: Contribute To the delivery of effective children’s social care services as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people. Manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of the post, and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs assessments, care planning, and child protection investigations. Carry out high-quality assessments, using child-centered, community-focused focused and multiagency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships and securing the best outcomes for the children and young people. Ensure children and young people are adequately protected in line with Dudley LSCB, departmental policy and procedures, and relevant legislation. Accountabilities for Social Worker / Senior Practitioner in Dudley: Holds and manages a varied caseload reflecting the function of the team in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, and legislation. Identifies and assesses levels of risk and need, and delivers protective or supportive services for children at risk in need and or looked after. Maintains an up-to-date assessment, care plan, and reviews for all cases Assesses and analyses needs, contributing to and implementing plans and reviewing progress against identified outcomes ensuring that the child’s welfare is paramount throughout. Ensures that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales. Work Co-operatively with colleagues and in partnership across agency boundaries. Attends a range of meetings including child protection case conference meetings and court hearings to represent the local authority. Undertakes direct work with children, young people, and their families in line with agreed care plans. Carries out all work within equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory frameworks. Carries out statutory obligations in accordance with departmental policy and practice. Keeps up to date and acts in accordance with current legislation and departmental practice and initiatives. Develops/maintains good working relationships with other professionals in all agencies. Maintains accurate, up-to-date, and relevant case recordings and any other records as specified in departmental guidance and procedures and utilising tools such as the children’s case management (CCM) system as appropriate. Maintains regular supervision through frequent meetings and briefings in line with the Department’s supervision policy. Contribute to the development of the workers sharing knowledge and skills as appropriate. Reports changes to risk levels, care plans, or children’s circumstances to their supervisor on a regular basis or immediately as required. Seeks advice on appropriate action, developing new risk assessments and care plans as guided by their supervisor. Contributes through team meetings and organisational events to the development of the service. Maintains and develops up-to-date knowledge and relevant skills through continued learning. Ensures that expenditure on cases is properly authorised and recorded, in accordance with departmental procedures. Experience Must be able to demonstrate the capacity to work with children and families Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work within current legislation and statutory guidance Qualifications DipSW or an approved social work qualification. Registered, or eligible for registration, with HCPC Benefits of working for 24-7 recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days holiday Access to online portal and payslips Amazing existing team Free onsite parking Flexible working options and other lifestyle benefits, we’ll enable you to make the most of your life outside work, too. We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training and development to empower you. What to do next? If this Service Manager position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch!

Social Worker / Senior Practitioner – Dudley 24-7 recruitment are looking for a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner based in Dudley ** Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential, DBS/CRB checking process, Driving Licence will be subject to checking with the DVLA. It is a council requirement to have Business Use Car Insurance and a valid MOT certificate (For cars over 3 years old) Payrate: £25.89 – £33.30 Per hour Contract type: Temporary (Ongoing) Purpose for a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner in Dudley: Contribute To the delivery of effective children’s social care services as part of a social work team, improving outcomes for children and young people. Manage caseloads dependent upon experience, grade of the post, and complexity of cases, utilising specialist knowledge for appropriate interventions, needs assessments, care planning, and child protection investigations. Carry out high-quality assessments, using child-centered, community-focused focused and multiagency interventions to bring about positive change through developing effective relationships and securing the best outcomes for the children and young people. Ensure children and young people are adequately protected in line with Dudley LSCB, departmental policy and procedures, and relevant legislation. Accountabilities for Social Worker / Senior Practitioner in Dudley: Holds and manages a varied caseload reflecting the function of the team in accordance with relevant policies, procedures, and legislation. Identifies and assesses levels of risk and need, and delivers protective or supportive services for children at risk in need and or looked after. Maintains an up-to-date assessment, care plan, and reviews for all cases Assesses and analyses needs, contributing to and implementing plans and reviewing progress against identified outcomes ensuring that the child’s welfare is paramount throughout. Ensures that reports are up to date, of a high quality and submitted according to appropriate timescales. Work Co-operatively with colleagues and in partnership across agency boundaries. Attends a range of meetings including child protection case conference meetings and court hearings to represent the local authority. Undertakes direct work with children, young people, and their families in line with agreed care plans. Carries out all work within equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory frameworks. Carries out statutory obligations in accordance with departmental policy and practice. Keeps up to date and acts in accordance with current legislation and departmental practice and initiatives. Develops/maintains good working relationships with other professionals in all agencies. Maintains accurate, up-to-date, and relevant case recordings and any other records as specified in departmental guidance and procedures and utilising tools such as the children’s case management (CCM) system as appropriate. Maintains regular supervision through frequent meetings and briefings in line with the Department’s supervision policy. Contribute to the development of the workers sharing knowledge and skills as appropriate. Reports changes to risk levels, care plans, or children’s circumstances to their supervisor on a regular basis or immediately as required. Seeks advice on appropriate action, developing new risk assessments and care plans as guided by their supervisor. Contributes through team meetings and organisational events to the development of the service. Maintains and develops up-to-date knowledge and relevant skills through continued learning. Ensures that expenditure on cases is properly authorised and recorded, in accordance with departmental procedures. Benefits of working for 24-7 recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days holiday Access to online portal and payslips Amazing existing team Free onsite parking Flexible working options and other lifestyle benefits, we’ll enable you to make the most of your life outside work, too. We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training and development to empower you. What to do next? If this Service Manager position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch!

Senior QS/ Project Manager– Dudley 24-7 recruitment are looking for a Project Manager based in Dudley ** Driving license and access to own vehicle is essential, DBS/CRB checking process, Driving Licence will be subject to checking with the DVLA. It is a council requirement to have Business Use Car Insurance and a valid MOT certificate (For cars over 3 years old) Payrate: £180.00 per day Contract type: Temporary (ongoing) Purpose for a Project Manager in Dudley: * To lead, manage and deliver Project Management services including construction process and design and contract administration for construction and refurbishment projects, managing project teams and external contractors to deliver projects on time, within budgets, to high standards and with minimum defects and to high customer satisfaction. * To lead, manage and deliver contractual and commercial surveying services on construction related projects all in accordance with accepted professional standards and practice. * Duration – 3 months Accountabilities for a Project Manager in Dudley: The postholder will be expected to manage a team of construction professionals in addition to managing their own individual caseload. Lead, manage and co-ordinate the development and delivery of construction projects from initial scheme conception through to completion To strategically instigate and develop commercial and contractual construction related contracts to safeguard the commercial interests of the Council, ensuring that the Council’s legal and commercial position is adequately protected, drafting and agreeing appropriate terms and conditions of contract, addressing all legal issues, taking into account the technical and financial magnitude of projects and the Council’s potential exposure to risk To ensure the effective project management of major capital spend programmes, ensuring they are delivered on time, to budget, demonstrate value for money and acheive agreed performance standards. Manage project team performance to ensure that programme and anticipated fee income levels are being achieved. Lead, manage and co-ordinate multi-disciplinary project teams for minor and major capital contracts and work programmes, leading and managing teams through project life; to include project concept, delivery and feasibility, Architectural Design, Quantity Surveying, Contract Administration, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural Engineering and specialist consultants (Ecologists, Geologists) and officers as appropriate. Developing and preparing the business case and undertaking appropriate feasibility options and appraisals to achieve desired outputs and outcomes. Managing the provision of architectural and engineering design drawings and written specifications to fully illustrate the scope and the extent of the work and ensuring such is encapsulated with appropriate legal framework of contractual terms and conditions. Job Description * Ensuring the Council fulfills its statutory requirements to comply with a range of Health, Safety and Welfare requirements including the CDM Regulations, liaising with, and / or acting as Principal Designer as appropriate. * Identifying, managing and assessing project and service risks. * Liaising with statutory undertakings to ensure necessary applications are made to statutory authorities for utilities and services connections, determining the need and requirement for statutary notices ensuring where appropriate they are served correctly and appropriately * Ensuring Planning Approval and Building Regulations approval is achieved where necessary, negotiating and liaising with the local planning authority to ensure successful project delivery. * Ensuring the preparation of tender and contract documents for minor and major construction, development and refurbishment contracts; including appropriate quantities and price schedules in accordance with good industry practice, contract particulars, site and service specifics, specifications and drawings as appropriate. * Ensuring the evaluation of tenders and recommending acceptance of the most economically advantageous tender or tenders. * Leading and undertaking strategic and project negotiations for projects around contract terms and conditions, costs, timescales and deliverables with contractors, developers, consultants and suppliers to the Council, recommending contract award as appropriate. * Being accountable for project finances, project expenditure and budget control, preparing and providing full budget estimates and regular cost reports, reporting variances and reasons verbally and in writing * Preparing and agreeing Interim Valuations recommending payments to contractors in accordance with the appriopriate Standard Form of Building Contract or bespoke terms and conditions of contract (eg Development Agreement). * Ensuring the effective management of external contractors, specialist consultants and suppliers on minor and major construction contracts. * Chairing and attend any meetings as required. * Ensuring the provision of contract administrative duties including agreeing all contract periods, monitoring and managing project quality and delivery programmes, approving variations to works and issuing appropriate Contract Instructions, Contract Certificates and Notices fully in accordance with the appropriate contract conditions. * Ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and development is maintained across the delivery of a wide range of varying construction contracts. * Arranging for the undertaking of full project review and appraisal on completion, reporting cost and qualitative outcomes and outputs, assessing and reporting on variances, lessons learnt and recommendations for future projects. * Maintaining a full and proper understanding of the latest construction methods, and technology including any changes in law, contracts and health and safety. * Update and record all information as appropriate. * Managing individual and team performance, ensuring service continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. * Where required by the Head of Service, investigating and responding to complaints in relation to Council services. * Making a positive contribution to the future direction and management of the service including the instigation, research and delivery of service transformation and improvement activities * Conducting such other work as may be assigned to him/her by the Head of Service or the Chief Officer from time to time Benefits of working for 24-7 recruitment: Fantastic opportunity to join the well-established workforce. Weekly pay 28 days holiday Access to online portal and payslips Amazing existing team Free onsite parking Flexible working options and other lifestyle benefits, we’ll enable you to make the most of your life outside work, too. We’ll support you to be to your best, with the resources, training and development to empower you. What to do next? If this Project Manager position sounds like the role for you, we would love you to get in touch. Please apply online and the dedicated team will get in touch! (social