Senior Capital Development Officer Location: Antrim
Pay Rate: £26.62 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Duration: 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
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.
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