482 Senior Project Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

Project Officer - Barnsley

Location: Barnsley, hybrid.

Salary: £17 per hour.

Full Time – 37 hours per week.

Contract: Six months – possibly beyond.

To assist in the management of projects in relation to the childrens services including, practice improvement, performance, quality, strategy and service development aimed at improving the welfare or wellbeing of children and families , ensuring successful gathering and delivery of all requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project management, co-ordinating resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Ensure that projects are effectively planned and managed within a formal programme and project management framework.
• Provide advice and guidance in relation to projects, with consideration for  the complex requirements of people-related issues, assisting in ensuring that key milestones and information are communicated to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the maintenance of project risk registers and assist in resolving issues to ensure projects are delivered.
• Assist in performance management and data analysis, promoting quality practice and service delivery, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Assist in the identification, evaluation and implementation of processes, technology and systems to enhance project and service delivery.
• Establish and maintain a library of documents and information to enable the effective management of projects and programmes.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations.
• Liaise, negotiate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including managers, employees, councillors and partnership agencies as required to ensure the effective delivery of projects.
• Keep abreast of local and national developments to enhance projects accordingly, to satisfy internal and external demands.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations, legal requirements, statutory requirements, standing orders and financial regulations of the Council.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as requested by management.

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.

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Morson Talent currently have an exciting new position for a Project Officer to join our prestigious Aerospace client based in Yeovil. This is an initial 12 month contract.

Job Purpose:

The Project Officer has appropriate and complementary professional, technical or specialist skills to the Programme / Project Manager.
Under the direction of the programme or project manager the project officer is responsible for carrying out the work detailed in the programme or project plan.

You Will:

- Provide effective co-ordination of the project tasks and their inter dependencies into the overall Programme or Project, including resolution or mitigation of any risks and issues arising during the project. Supported by the Programme Management office.
- Demonstrate good communication with wider programme or project team
- Ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with policies, and processes.
- Assisting the programme or project manager to deliver programme or project objectives.
- Carrying out the elements (within their technical expertise) of the programme or project they are tasked with.
- Manage Authorisations in line with level of accountability.
- Manage Profitability and Liquidated damages in line with level of accountability.
- Providing administrative support to the programme or project manager, governed by the PMO.
- Identify, capture and administer the risk register, advising the programme or project manager as risks arise that are likely to affect delivery of programme or project objectives and to be part of the risk reduction process, in accordance with policy and processes.
- Providing information for programme or project documentation.
- Producing programme or project products as planned to the required level of quality and to timescales.
- Interfacing between the project and functional business areas (IPTs as applicable) in line with level of accountability to achieve the overall Project deliverables.
- Manage Customer and vendor engagement in line with level of accountability.

Must Have

- Proficient in use of Microsoft packages, analytical with good attention to detail
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, ability to work independently & use initiative
- Ability to maintain a clear focus on goals & priorities.

Nice To Have

- SAP
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Work under pressure

Hours - 37 hours per week, 5 days
90% Onsite

Project Officer - Oxfordshire - Home / Hybrid Working - Client Side (Local Government)-Long Term / Ongoing Contract-13 to 14ph (PAYE, plus holiday pay) - 37 hour week-ExcellentCareer Prospects -Job Security - Weekly Pay

One of the UK's leading Local Authorities and Social Housing Providers require a Project Officer in Oxfordshire to providea comprehensive range of administrative, compliance, and support services to the Building Safety team and Senior Management, ensuring the smooth operation and delivery of housing-related work programs. The role involves managing workloads proactively, organizing events and meetings, maintaining systems and processes, and handling sensitive information with discretion.

To apply for the role of Project Officerin Oxfordshire you should have proven experience working with a wide range of customers and stakeholders at all levels, demonstrating exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

The primary duties of the Project Officerinclude:

• Working closely with stakeholders to audit compliance, requesting documents, managing spreadsheets.
• Verify data by comparing it to source documents
• Transfer data into computer files or database systems
• Monitor and manage team inboxes, responding to inquiries, highlighting urgent matters, and ensuring timely and accurate communication across the team.
• Act as the first point of contact for senior managers, filtering calls, inquiries, and requests while ensuring work is correctly prioritised and effectively managed.
• Maintain and develop systems and processes to ensure the smooth operation of the Building Safety team, supporting the successful delivery of work programs and compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).

Benefits for the position of Project Officer include:

• Excellent hourlyrate
• Secure employment
• Hybrid working
• Job security
• Potential to gopermanent which includes some of the best benefits in the industry.
• Interesting stock and portfolio
• The chance for training and career progression

This is a unique opportunityto join a thriving team in a great environment that promote a good work / life balance, so if this position is of interest, then don't delay and apply today!

* Graham Rose is an employment business acting on behalf of our client

Our client is seeking a Project Officer to support the Programme / Project Manager in delivering key projects. The role involves coordinating tasks, managing risks, producing documentation, and ensuring objectives are met to agreed timescales, quality, and cost.

• Support delivery of programme and project objectives.
• Coordinate activities and dependencies across the project.
• Identify and manage risks, escalating where needed.
• Produce reports, documentation, and deliverables on time.
• Provide governance and administrative support to the PMO.
• Engage with stakeholders, customers, and vendors.

• Experience as a Project Officer / Project Coordinator.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of risk management and governance.
• Commercial awareness of budgets and contracts.
• Able to work onsite in Yeovil.

We are LWMTS, a company wholly owned by Lichfield District Council. A local authority in the Heart of England that provides local services to over 100,000 residents. Our District is a beautiful place to live and work, with its historic city centre which has the impressive Lichfield Cathedral and is the birthplace of Samuel Johnson.

JOB PURPOSE

We're looking for an experienced Project Officer who will play a key role in delivering property and capital projects from start to finish. They will be responsible for making sure that all activities across a project are planned, co-ordinated, and delivered within budget, and to agreed quality standards. effectively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver projects by co-ordinating tasks, schedules, resource and information
• Track project progress against plans, highlight risks or delays and prepare regular process reports for the Project and Property director and stakeholders.
• Act as a point of contact for internal teams, external partner, contractors, and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Assist with project budget monitoring, process invoices and purchase orders, and maintain accurate financial records in line with the organisation procedures.
• Maintain accurate project files and records ensuring that project documentation meetings audit and compliance requirements.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in working in a similar role with the relevant sector (e.g. local authority, construction, housing, private sector)
• Experience of using standard office IT Systems (e.g. Word, email, Excel, project tracking tools)
• Understanding of project management principles and processes.
• Knowledge of administrative procedures and record keeping.
• Experience of supporting the delivery of project programmes within a team environment.
• Experience of coordinating multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Awareness of Health & Safely, equality and diversity and data protection relevant to project work.
• Understanding of risk management and quality assurance in project delivery.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive attitude towards change.
• Reliable, with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Proactive and solution-focussed approach to works and problem-solving.
• Professional and approachable manner with a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Resilient under pressure and able to manage competing priorities calmly.

Why Join Us?

We are proud to offer more than just a job—we offer a supportive and rewarding environment where your skills and ideas are valued.

As part of our growing Property & Projects team, you will enjoy:

• A welcoming and collaborative team culture.
• A fantastic modern workspace located in the heart of Lichfield.
• Free onsite parking.
• Private healthcare.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Hybrid working for improved work-life balance.

Join us and be part of a growing team that is making a real difference—with an amazing workplace culture to match.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact

Important please read.

In the event of exceptionally high levels of response, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early to manage application volumes effectively. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Pre Employment Checks - All offers of employment are conditional offer subject to satisfactory clearances which include:

1. Two satisfactory references covering the last 3 years of employment.
2. Evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom; and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if applicable.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Morson Talent currently have an exciting new position for a Project Officer to join our prestigious Aerospace client based in Yeovil. This is an initial 12 month contract.

Job Purpose:

The Project Officer has appropriate and complementary professional, technical or specialist skills to the Programme / Project Manager.
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Project Delivery Officer (Energy)

There is currently one permanent, full-time vacancy.

Please note, other permanent, temporary, fixed term, full-time, part-time and job share posts may be filled from reserve lists from the above recruitment campaigns as indicated in the advertised terms and conditions for each post.

As young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently underrepresented in Belfast City Council across all job groups, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

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