Capital Delivery Project Manager - Complex Works

  • Hays
  • 18/06/2026
Seasonal Construction

Job Description

Capital Delivery Project Manager - Complex Works, £450/500 p/day Umbrella, Hybrid Working

Your new company

You will be joining a dynamic London Local Authority with an ambitious capital investment programme focused on delivering complex, high-value projects that enhance infrastructure, housing, and public realm assets. The organisation is committed to sustainable growth, regeneration, and delivering tangible improvements for local communities.
Your new role

As a Capital Delivery Project Manager specialising in Complex Works, you will take ownership of the end-to-end delivery of large-scale, technically challenging capital projects. These may include major refurbishments, new-build developments, infrastructure schemes, or multi-disciplinary programmes requiring robust stakeholder coordination.You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing the full lifecycle delivery of complex capital projects from feasibility through to completion
  • Leading procurement processes in line with public sector regulations (e.g., PCR compliance)
  • Coordinating multidisciplinary teams including consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders
  • Developing and managing project plans, budgets, and risk registers
  • Ensuring strong governance, reporting, and adherence to local authority frameworks
  • Engaging effectively with senior stakeholders, including elected members and external partners
  • Overseeing contract management and ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs
  • Driving health & safety compliance and best practices across all project activity

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
  • Proven experience delivering complex capital works within a local authority or public sector environment
  • Strong technical understanding of construction, infrastructure, or asset delivery projects
  • Experience managing high-value budgets and working with NEC/JCT forms of contract
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to manage risk and resolve issues in complex, fast-paced environments
  • Knowledge of UK procurement regulations and governance processes
  • Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., APM, PRINCE2, RICS, CIOB) are highly desirable.

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to lead and deliver high-profile, complex schemes with real community impact
  • Competitive day rate and flexible working arrangements
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic capital programmes
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment

What you need to do now
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