Job Description

Application closing date
08/06/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
PO9-12, SCP 34-38, 44,711 - 47,754 per annum
Package
37 hours per week, permanent contract x 3
Job category/type
Council

Job description

Post Ref:

CC377



Are you an experienced project professional or engineer with looking to take the next step in your career? We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented Project Managers, ideally with Highways and/or Public Sector experience, to lead the delivery of high-profile infrastructure projects from conception to completion.



This is a unique opportunity to transition into leadership roles where your technical expertise will be highly valued, and you'll play a central role in planning, coordinating, and managing teams across a dynamic and collaborative environment.



If you're passionate about project management, engineering, enjoy problem-solving, and are ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of Calderdale.



If yes, then we want to hear from you.



We're looking for three skilled Project Managers to join our Regeneration and Strategy Directorate here at Calderdale Council. You will be joining us at an exciting time as we transform Calderdale through an unprecedented level of investment. Join us and be part of Calderdale's next chapter.



Our priorities as a council are to reduce inequalities, build strong thriving towns and places, deliver climate action and be a sustainable and effective Council.



Join us as a Project Manager and play a leading role in the development and delivery of multi-million pound capital projects creating real change for local people from day one. We are delivering a capital portfolio of hundreds of millions of pounds as part of 'Calderdale The Next Chapter'.



You will play a key part in the delivery of projects within the Major Projects Service at Calderdale Council that stimulate regeneration and economic growth across the borough and wider West Yorkshire region.

Our roles offer:

A rewarding career creating real change for the local community. The opportunity to work in a political environment, providing value for the taxpayer. Experience leading transformational projects worth millions of pounds. Excellent learning and development opportunities to help support your career goals.

We offer a flexible and hybrid working pattern.



For an informal discussion on the role please contact Mohammed Shah, Programme Lead Highways and Infrastructure Major Projects, on mohammed.shah@calderdale.gov.uk

We have opportunities in the Highways and Infrastructure Team.

Projects include:

A629 Phase 2 Halifax Town Centre

We're creating new public spaces improving accessibility, creating areas where people can move around free of traffic, improving vehicle circulation around the town and public transport connectivity, and supporting our aspirations for inclusive growth.

A641 Improvement Scheme

Developing a vision-led approach to active travel in south east Calderdale to support the Council's wider objectives for growth.

Elland Access Package

The Access Package will improve walking and cycling access to the new Elland Rail Station, including the creation of two new bridges.

Closing Date: Sunday 8th June 2025

Interview Date: w/c 16th June 2025 (TBC)

We may utilise digital interview methods.



As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.



On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.



Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.



We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.