Senior Capital Development Officer

Senior Capital Development Officer Location: AntrimPay Rate: £26.62 per hourHours: Full-Time, 37 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pmDuration: Temporary contract for up to 6 months

Application Deadline: Tuesday 16th June 2026, 12:00pm

About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Senior Capital Development Officer on behalf of a large public sector organisation based in the Antrim area.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management, monitoring and delivery of capital projects from inception through to completion, ensuring compliance with project management procedures, statutory requirements, procurement legislation and Council policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for provision of contract and delivery advice, project management and technical support

   

  Develop service delivery agreements for consultants and contractors as required

   

  Prepare tender documentation and contract documentation

   

  Support delivery of the Capital Programme including monitoring contracts and service delivery agreements

   

  Manage and control allocated projects from inception to successful delivery in line with briefs, objectives and implementation plans

   

  Prepare project briefs in conjunction with project sponsors/clients

   

  Identify, mitigate and manage project risks and environmental considerations

   

  Manage quality, time and cost parameters of allocated projects

   

  Act as Council representative and technical liaison between stakeholders and delivery teams

   

  Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships and effective communication

   

  Resolve project delivery issues and escalate where appropriate

   

  Maintain project systems and assist with recording and reporting project/procurement information

   

  Identify synergies, interdependencies and efficiencies across projects

   

  Support Gateway process progression at each stage of project delivery

   

  Adhere to change and variation management procedures

   

  Ensure compliance with budgets, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders

   

  Undertake project handover procedures and provide required documentation

   

  Analyse financial data, reconcile project expenditure and produce financial reports

   

  Monitor consultant and contractor performance data

   

  Support funding bids, claims and reporting requirements

   

  Coordinate internal and external project teams

   

  Maintain professional knowledge and recommend service improvements

   

  Comply with CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation

   

  Evaluate tender submissions in line with procurement legislation

   

  Prepare planning and statutory applications and ensure compliance with conditions

   

  Carry out duties to enhance and protect Council reputation

   

  Undertake additional duties as required

   

  Be available to work outside normal hours when required (paid in line with Council policy)

   

Essential Criteria Applicants must demonstrate:

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant built environment discipline (architecture, project management, quantity surveying or similar)

   

  Corporate membership (or working towards within 2 years) of a relevant professional body OR

   

  Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in a built environment project management role

   

Experience

• At least 3 consecutive years’ experience in built environment project management including at least 3 of the following:

   

  • Delivery of capital projects

     

    Preparation of tender documents

     

    Compliance with project budgets

     

    Coordinating project teams

     

    Building stakeholder relationships

     

Knowledge & Skills

• Good planning, organisational and project management skills

   

  Good administrative and financial skills

   

  Good negotiation skills

   

  Working knowledge of:

   

  • Project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Project)

     

    Modern forms of consultant and works contracts

     

    Health and safety legislation

     

    Procurement legislation

     

    Microsoft Office and Windows applications

     

Other Requirements

• Full current driving licence and access to suitable transport (or reasonable alternative if disabled)

   

  Ability to work outside normal hours when required

   

Desirable Criteria

• Postgraduate qualification in Project Management

   

  Working knowledge of Health & Safety, Preventative Maintenance and QA systems

   

  Experience negotiating with consultants/contractors on professional services or works contracts

   

  Working knowledge of procurement legislation

   

Apply Now If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word format to Caroline at caroline.parker@applerecruitment.com

Applicants should ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment history, licences, and qualifications.

Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.

Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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