Overview
Operational Manager – Cambridge
Reference: CCC00566
Description: We are looking for an experienced Surveyor or Construction Manager who can oversee and manage the design side of the Agency’s adaptation and repair work and manage the contractor’s delivery of projects.This very rewarding area of work would suit someone with people and contracts management experience who also has good communication and performance management skills. We are positive about disability, and this role will involve a lot of contact with clients and their families in their own home, so a calm, clear and customer centric approach is also key together with the ability to balance the works required with available budget.The successful candidate should have a good knowledge of building regulations, CDM, and be experienced in procuring contracts including writing specifications, works schedules and contract management.The postholder will have their own caseload which will include design, specification writing, preparing work schedules and managing contractor performance as well as reporting on the overall performance of the surveying staff/projects. Surveyors typically deal with more complex projects such as extensions and provide technical advice and interventions where required.Why join us?  As well as being part of a supportive team delivering meaningful work that directly impacts our communities, we offer a supportive and rewarding working environment along with a wide range of benefits, including:   Excellent learning and development opportunities supported via a range of sources and methods and, where applicable, recognised through Digital Badges  Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme Agile and Flexible working options  Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days after five years’ service, plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time), with the option to purchase additional leave Family friendly policies and Flexible Bank Holidays  Confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and Your Care wellbeing platform  Staff reward and recognition framework, including an annual staff awards ceremony  Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on role  Salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work, Gym Membership and Home & Electronics  Lifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and more  Free swimming at CCC swimming pools  Subsidy for public transport  Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases  Annually negotiated pay and award progressionHours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch.          Working Pattern: Monday – FridayContract: PermanentSalary:  £47,181 – £52,413 per annum (City Pay Band 7), pro rata for part time. Location: The office base is Cambourne in South Cambridgeshire, with travel across Cambridgeshire. Staff may choose to work from home and are expected to attend meetings at the office as required.More Information:       You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.If you would like an informal chat, please contact Frances Swann on 01954 713456 or email frances.swann@cambshia.org.Application Process:                               To be considered for this role, please click ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.Cambridge City Council recognises the value of digital badges in evidencing skills, knowledge and competencies, and welcomes their inclusion within job applications as verifiable indicators of achievement and capability. Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  
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Salary: *GBP*47,181 – *GBP*52,413 per annum (City Pay Band 7), pro rata for part time.Â
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Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
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