Contracts & Projects Officer
London Borough of Barking and Dagenham
About this job
<p>As a Contracts & Projects Officer, you will support the monitoring, management and development of a range of parking contracts and service improvement initiatives. You will work closely with contractors, colleagues and partners to ensure services are delivered effectively, performance is accurately monitored and projects are successfully implemented.</p> <p>The role combines contract management, performance analysis, project delivery and stakeholder engagement, offering a varied and rewarding opportunity to contribute to essential public services.</p>
Special requirements for this post
<ul> <li>Experience of contract administration, supplier management and project support.</li> <li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li> <li>Ability to analyse information, produce clear reports and recommendations.</li> <li>Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Word, Excel and Teams.</li> <li>Ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders.</li> <li>Commitment to confidentiality, accuracy and high professional standards.</li> <li>Relevant qualification, training or experience in contract management, project management, procurement or business administration.</li> <li>Experience working in the public sector or similar regulated environment.</li> <li>Knowledge of procurement processes, contract compliance and project delivery principles.</li> </ul>
About you
<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Contracts & Projects Officer to support the effective management of Parking Services contracts and the delivery of key projects across the service.</p> <p>This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised professional who enjoys analysing performance, managing stakeholders, supporting procurement activities and driving continuous improvement.</p> <p>Working within a dynamic team, you will help ensure that contracts are delivering value for money, meeting performance expectations and contributing to the Council's wider strategic objectives.</p>
About us
<p><strong>Barking & Dagenham is changing. It Starts Here.</strong></p> <p>Think you know Barking and Dagenham? Think again. While this small corner of east London might have a reputation for needing development, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll find active communities and a place that consistently punches above its weight. The borough is changing – and changing for the better. And It Starts Here.</p> <p>Yes, the borough has its challenges. But it’s on the cusp of something exciting. With one of the youngest populations in the country, ambitions are high and rightly so. 98% of our schools are rated Good or Outstanding and every year more of our talented teenagers get into Russell Group Universities and hotly sought after apprenticeship schemes.</p> <p>We have award winning parks, centuries old manor houses full of relics and artifacts you can go and see, and the ruins of one of Anglo-Saxon England's most powerful and wealthiest religious sites. We’re even bringing beavers and white storks to the borough to help rewild the local landscape and boost biodiversity.</p> <p>Over the past few years, we’ve been working hard to improve how we deliver services and support our community. From tackling inequality to making sure our services are the best they can be, we’re focused on what matters most to local people. </p> <p>We’re creating the conditions for people to thrive - so everyone can enjoy a good quality of life, feel proud to call this place home, and be part of something bigger. </p> <p>#ItStartsHere - with our streets, our schools, our neighbourhoods. And with your application to join our determined team who are passionate about doing what’s best for the future of Barking and Dagenham. </p> <p>As an Investors in People Gold Award employer, we’re serious about supporting our staff. From flexible working, professional training and career development to wellbeing initiatives, we want our people to feel valued and supported in everything they do.</p>
Additional Information
<p>We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or support at any stage, please contact the Hiring Manager to discuss your needs.</p>