Project Officer (Infrastructure Delivery)
| Posting date: | 03 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £34,434 to £37,280 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | Oxford, OX1 1ND |
| Company: | Oxfordshire County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | OCC/TP/910/1860 |
Summary
About Us
Are you looking for an excitingchallenge?
Then this role at Oxfordshire County Council may be precisely what you're seeking.Currently in the midst of a bold venture tosupportthe creation of up to 100,000 new homes, re-shape infrastructure and devise transport solutions that will makeactivetravel the norm, we have a £multi-million investment plan in place that will transform Oxfordshire's potential.
Oxfordshire is experiencing significant economic and cultural growth with plans in place to contribute £78 billion to the UK economy by 2035. The role provides an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the heart of a county-widechallenge. It's achallengethat we aredeterminedto deliver. Join us, and you could be central to this fascinating work.
The Infrastructure Delivery Programme Management Office (PMO) sits within Environment & Highways directorate and supports the delivery of a half a billion- pound plus capital infrastructure programme over the coming years.
About the Role
You will own and become a subject area expert for one or more distinct infrastructure programmes and primarilysupportProject Managers and Programme Leads with accurate reporting and keeping project information up to date.
You'll ensure standards are maintained to reduce costs and minimise risks as well as providingsupportin enabling efficientdecisionmaking. You will report, track and ensure schemes are managed in a controlled way. The PMO team make sure that the Council's Governance and Compliance standards are applied.
This role can offer flexibility in working pattern and we operate an agile working policy. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
About you
We are seeking a highly organised person with sound knowledge of programme and project management and business processes.You will work closely with the Infrastructure Delivery Teams, Scheme officers and Leadership teams on several large-scale projects, ensuring that projects are reported on accurately in terms of overall timing, budget and deliverables. A goodunderstandingof the Microsoft Office suite of products is key.
This role is ideally suited to a motivated,confidentindividual, with self-starter capabilities, comfortable at working alone as well as part of a team.
Rewards and benefits
Great learning and development opportunities to support your growth
Technology tosupportagile working
Employee Assistance Programme – including health and wellbeingsupport
Local Government Pension Scheme – with employer contributions up to 19.9%
Generous annual leave – 30 days plus bank holidays, and an option to ‘buy’ additional holiday
Enhanced family friendly policies
Discounts – local and national offers for shopping and travel
Ourcommitmentto:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all.
Ourcommitmentto:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a DisabilityConfidentemployer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommittedto helping andsupportingthose transitioning from HM ArmedForcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.
Ourcommitmentto:
Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council arecommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers tosharethiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
Ourcommitmentto:
Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact us at: chris.walton@oxfordshire.gov.uk
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