Greenspaces & Projects Officer (Parks & Events)

Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35)

Location: Worcestershire

Working Pattern: Office-based with flexibility for agile working

Contract Length: 12 months initially, with potential for extension

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Greenspaces & Projects Officer to support the delivery of environmental improvement and community-focused projects across a large local authority.

This varied role will see you leading the delivery of capital projects within parks and open spaces, helping to create and enhance high-quality environments for residents and visitors while supporting wider community engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of capital projects across parks and open spaces, including Section 106, parish-funded and externally funded schemes.

• Manage projects from feasibility and procurement through to completion and handover.


• Oversee contractor performance, project budgets, risks and programme delivery.


• Support the achievement and maintenance of Green Flag standards across parks and open spaces.


• Contribute to funding applications, business cases and service improvement initiatives.


• Support the planning and delivery of community events, play schemes and engagement activities.


• Build and maintain effective relationships with elected members, residents and external stakeholders.


• Use consultation feedback and performance information to improve services and increase community participation.

Candidate Requirements • Proven experience delivering capital projects and managing programmes from inception to completion.

• Experience within local government, the public sector, or a community-focused environment.


• Strong knowledge of project management, procurement, budget management and risk control.


• Experience managing contractors and external suppliers.


• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including experience working within a politically sensitive environment.


• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, elected members and partner organisations.


• Experience within parks, green spaces, leisure services or environmental services is highly desirable.


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that deliver visible improvements to public spaces and local communities while gaining experience within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

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