Commercial and Adoptions Manager – WMF1322e
Westmorland and Furness Council
Salary: £53,775 - £55,963
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Westmorland and Furness
Contract: Permanent
About this opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Thriving Places Directorate within the Highways Consenting Team at Westmorland and Furness Council.
The increase in new highway construction is having a direct impact on the highway service delivery in compliance with the Highways Act 1980 and the Councils role in facilitating and managing Section 38 Agreements (S38); which is the current method of adoption of highways associated with new developments under the Act and highway improvements; Section 278 Agreements (S278).
This growth in new developments has necessitated expanding the highway development team.
The Commercial and Adoptions Manager will lead the team delivering and supervising Section 38 and Section 278 legal agreements and oversee the commercial and financial management of the highways delivery service area.
As part of this role, you will:
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate for this role will have worked at a senior level in highway asset management, highway delivery or highway network management or have a commercial background.
A relevant degree or NVQ level 5 in an appropriate highway discipline is essential, as is experience of managing complex highway issues, commercial management, financial management, asset management, project management and working on S38 & S278 legal agreements.
We are supportive of a hybrid approach to working, including working from home and from our offices in Penrith, Kendal and Barrow.
Would you like more information? For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Amy Hutson, Highways Programme Manager, on 07768 131423.
What can we offer you!
Excellent training and development
Flexible working opportunities
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
Competitive rates of pay
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 15 September 2024
Interview date: TBC
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.
Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
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