Project Development Officer

Project Development Officer - Mid and East Antrim Borough Council - Ballymena Join Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in Ballymena as a Project Development Officer and play a key part in developing and implementing vital projects throughout the borough. About the role: £23.37 per hour Location: Ballymena Monday to Friday 37 hours a week Temporary for 12 months Closing date: Thursday 28th May 2026 What you''ll be doing in this role: Implement the Council''s capital works projects programme, to monitor progress and liaise with mangers and the project team. Act as lead project manager for nominated schemes Develop action plans including costs and clear work programmes for a wide range of capital projects Responsible for ensuring contractors, consultants and other Council departments involved in contracts co-operate efficiently and effectively Efficiently and effectively manage capital works projects expenditure in line with Councils tendering process Assist with drawing up specifications, obtaining competitive tenders and evaluating proposals to ensure both value for money and quality are achieved Attend meetings and undertake work related to the development and operation of the department as required Maintain good working relationships with other officers and to regularly liaise with other managers in the department and in the Council to ensure effective co-ordination of activities What you''ll need for this role: Applicants must have a degree or equivalent qualification ..... full job details .....