Interim Head of Operational and Commercial Capital Projects

Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects

Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects to lead the delivery of a high-profile and varied capital programme.
This is a senior leadership role overseeing projects ranging from £0.5m to £40m+ across schools, heritage buildings, leisure centres and operational depots. We are looking for a seasoned interim professional who can hit the ground running, provide strong leadership, and drive delivery at pace.

The Role
Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects & Sustainability, you will:
Lead and manage Programme Managers, Senior Project Managers and Project Managers
Oversee multidisciplinary consultancy teams
Act as the Council's Intelligent Client on major schemes
Lead projects from business case through to completion
Ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards
Embed sustainability and social value across all projects
Manage procurement, consultant appointments and JCT/NEC contracts
Monitor financial performance and identify efficiencies and funding opportunities
Engage confidently with senior stakeholders
This role combines office-based leadership with site visits across Liverpool.

Liverpool - Cunard Building (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 remote)
3-Month Initial Contract
35 Hours Per Week
£800 per day (Inside IR35 - Umbrella)

Essential Requirements
Professional qualification (RIBA / RICS / CIOB / ACE)
Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM / RICS / CIOB)
Significant experience delivering complex capital building projects across all RIBA stages
Strong commercial and budget management expertise
Experience acting as Client PM on large-scale projects
Proven background in procurement, contract negotiation and consultant management
Knowledge of sustainability frameworks (BREEAM, BNG, CDM, Building Regulations)
Experience working across public and/or private sector

About You
You are a confident, visible leader with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive performance in a fast-paced environment. You bring commercial acumen, strategic oversight and hands-on delivery expertise.

If you are a capital projects leader available for an immediate interim assignment, please email your updated CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss further.