Community Infrastructure Manager

East Cambridgeshire District Council have an exciting opportunity for a Community Infrastructure Manager to join their team. Location: Ely, CB74EE Salary: £44,711 to £48,710 per annum plus benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Working Pattern: 8:45 am – 5.00 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45 am – 4.30 pm Friday Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024 About Us: East Cambridgeshire boasts excellent transport links, stunning countryside, vibrant markets, and welcoming communities and it one of the UK's happiest and healthiest places to live. The District Council takes pride in its innovative approach to delivering sustainable and economically driven services that benefit residents, stakeholders, and the environment. Community Infrastructure Manager – The Role: The Corporate Plan for East Cambridgeshire District Council sets out the Council’s ambitious priorities to 2027 and we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Community Infrastructure Manager to help deliver the transport initiatives and community infrastructure projects identified in the Plan. Community Infrastructure Manager – Key Responsibilities: To support the development of the Council’s new Local Plan, the post holder will be required to produce and monitor a new Infrastructure Delivery Plan which will identify infrastructure requirements across the district, setting out what is needed, where, and when.  The successful applicant will lead and project manage specific infrastructure projects and assist the Climate Change & Natural Environment Manager with the establishment and delivery of climate change and environment related infrastructure projects within the Councils Environment Plan. They will manage the affordable housing programme in East Cambridgeshire, supporting Community Led Development initiatives where appropriate and maintain an overview of the administrative processes to monitor and report on developer obligations and S106 and CIL receipts and expenditure. The post holder will also manage the Infrastructure and Strategic Housing team and be responsible for the development and delivery of the Infrastructure and Strategic Housing Service Plan performance measures. Community Infrastructure Manager – You: - The post holder will have a degree level qualification in relevant discipline or at least 3-5 years’ experience and a successful track record in project management and/or programme management on infrastructure and/or regeneration projects - Experience in handling consultation on infrastructure and/or regeneration projects and coordination and preparation of business plans and funding bids - Would like to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team - Thrives on varied, fulfilling and rewarding work - Wants a key role in shaping future investment, growth and regeneration - Be able to demonstrate excellent partnership working, influencing and facilitation skills, including political awareness  - Effective programme and project management, performance management and policy skills - Be a positive team player who wants to deliver for the council and our communities - Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Community Infrastructure Manager – Benefits: - Generous annual leave allowance starting at 24 days per year - Flexible working - Local government pension scheme 17.4% employer contribution - Childcare package - Training, development and professional fees - Occupational health programme and sickness entitlements - Essential car allowance (relevant posts only) Application Process: Closing date: Sunday 24th November 2024 Interviews: 9th December 2024 Apply today for the position of Community Infrastructure Manager by clicking “Apply” now