Senior Development Project Manager

Working Pattern: Full time

Working Arrangement: 36.25 hours per week / Hybrid

Fixed Term End Date: 2 Years

Interview Type: Face to face

SMART Working: We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working - giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.

About the Role…

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering some of Trafford's most significant development and capital projects. You'll be at the forefront of turning ambitious plans into reality, helping to deliver high-quality homes, regeneration initiatives and community-focused developments that make a lasting difference to the borough.

As a Senior Development Project Manager within the Development and Estates service, you will take ownership of a complex portfolio of development and capital projects, driving delivery from concept through to completion. Working across a diverse range of schemes, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and governance.

You will act as Trafford Council's client lead, coordinating multidisciplinary teams of consultants, contractors and professional advisers to progress projects through planning, procurement, construction and handover. The role requires strong commercial and project management expertise, with responsibility for managing budgets, programmes, procurement activities, contractual arrangements, risks and project performance.

Working closely with senior officers, elected members, delivery partners and external stakeholders, you will provide expert advice, develop robust business cases and present clear recommendations through established governance processes. You will play a key role in overcoming delivery challenges, securing successful outcomes and ensuring investment delivers lasting benefits for Trafford's residents, businesses and communities.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced project professional who thrives on delivering complex projects, navigating stakeholder environments and turning strategic ambitions into tangible results on the ground.

About You…

We're looking for an experienced project professional with a proven track record of delivering complex development, regeneration or capital projects.

You'll be commercially aware, delivery-focused and comfortable managing high-profile projects in a fast-paced environment.

You will be successful in this role if you can:

• Take ownership of projects from inception through to completion.
• Manage budgets, programmes, risks and procurement activities effectively.
• Lead and coordinate consultants, contractors and professional advisers to deliver successful outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, partners and elected members.
• Apply sound judgement to overcome challenges and keep projects on track.
• Communicate complex information clearly through reports, presentations and briefings.
• Negotiate effectively and influence others to achieve positive outcomes.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality, governance, value for money and delivery.

You'll be proactive, resilient and solutions-focused, with the drive to turn ambitious plans into successful projects that deliver lasting benefits for Trafford's communities.

Additional Information…

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

Find Out More….

For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with the hiring manager, Steve Tranter at [email removed] / [phone removed].

About us...

Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world-class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Why Trafford?

We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”

Our Culture...

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day.

They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do their best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.

What you'll love about working with us...

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
• Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
• Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
• Grow with us: We'll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you'll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
• Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
• Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
• Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.

Key Information...

• Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Some roles may also require a DBS check and/or police vetting, which will be noted on the role profile.
• Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
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