Project Manager (Environment) 1 Year Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Project Manager to support the delivery of a wide-ranging portfolio of environmental and operational projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping future service delivery as part of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and transformation activity.

You will bring strong project management expertise, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively across services, ensuring that essential environmental services are modern, efficient, and ready to operate effectively within a new unitary structure.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Environment, you will lead and support a variety of projects across environmental services, with a strong focus on LGR workstreams and service transformation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver environmental and operational projects through the full project lifecycle
• Develop “as is” and “to be” service models, processes, and workflows
• Research and analyse services, policies, and performance to inform LGR work
• Support service harmonisation and transformation across authorities
• Produce key project documentation (plans, business cases, risk logs, reports)
• Coordinate stakeholders including teams, partners, and contractors
• Manage budgets, procurement, and resources
• Provide clear project updates and recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, and health & safety requirements
• Support engagement and communication around service changes
• Contribute to service improvements and efficiency savings

This role will also require flexibility to support business-as-usual (BAU) activities where needed.

Who we’re looking for:

• Proven experience delivering projects from initiation to completion
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external partners
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, governance, and risk management
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and procurement processes
• Strong IT skills, including experience with project tools and data analysis

You will be adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

What we offer

When you join us your expertise, skills and experience will be valued, and your career development will be our priority.

We are committed to creating a collaborative and innovative environment which empowers you to thrive. You will be part of a friendly, supportive One Team culture with the chance to make a real difference.

We use Viva Engage to keep you connected and engaged and we hold regular face to face meetings, such as Chief Executive briefings to keep you in the loop.

We are conveniently located close to Oxted Station and have some on-site parking.

In addition to the stated pay, we offer membership and contributions towards the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working (giving you the opportunity to work from home for up to three days a week), flexi-time, payment of a relevant professional subscription and access to a discounted health scheme.

Please visit our website for more information about working for us www.tandridge.gov.uk/jobs and download our Working for Tandridge guide.

Diversity statement

At Tandridge District Council, we pride ourselves on maintaining an inclusive workplace, ensuring equality, fairness, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and good practice is embedded in the Council’s culture and services.

We welcome applications from all sectors of our community, including BAME, LGBTQ+ and all groups protected under the Equality Act.

Tandridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Want to know more?

If this sounds like your kind of challenge and you want to be part of our friendly and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to find out more, please read our role profile and specification, or for an informal discussion about the role, please e-mail Simon Mander at smander@tandridge.gov.uk

Local Government Reorganisation

The government is reorganising local councils in Surrey. The current two-tier system where services are split between Surrey County Council and district or borough councils, will be replaced by two new unitary councils - East Surrey Council and West Surrey Council.

East Surrey Council will cover Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell, Mole Valley, Reigate & Banstead and Tandridge District managing all local services, including housing, planning, waste, education, roads and social care.

Although this may lead to some uncertainty for anyone considering a role with us, we need to continue to provide services.

When the new councils are created in April 2027, most staff will transfer to the new council on their current terms and conditions. Being part of a larger organisation may offer additional opportunities for career development and variety.

The majority of the roles we currently have will still be needed whether that is for planning, housing, recycling and waste, finance, IT, HR etc. Find out more about what local government reorganisation means for us

Find out more about what local government reorganisation means for us.

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We understand that some applicants may use AI tools to assist with preparing their applications.

All submitted information, whether supported by AI or not, must accurately reflect the applicant’s own skills, experience and qualifications.

Recruitment decisions will be based on how well applicants demonstrate these attributes during the interview and selection process.