Project Lead
Location: Kendal (Hybrid & Flexible working available across Barrow, Carlisle, Kendal, Penrith)
Salary: £47,181 – £48,226
Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week
Closing date: 5 October 2025
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available
About the Role
Westmorland and Furness Council is investing £500m in capital projects between 2024–2029 to improve schools, leisure facilities, and corporate buildings, while embedding decarbonisation to meet our Net Zero by 2037 target.
We’re seeking a Project Lead to join our Capital Programme – Property Portfolio team. You’ll manage projects within our Decarbonisation Programme and influence wider maintenance and improvement initiatives that directly benefit our communities.
What You’ll Do
- Lead projects from feasibility through to delivery and asset handover.
- Manage procurement and contracts for capital works and services.
- Deliver projects that enhance council assets and community facilities.
- Support the council’s ambition to be carbon net zero by 2037.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong project management experience (ideally in large estates or decarbonisation projects).
- Knowledge of heat decarbonisation technologies and grant funding desirable.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary & Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Enhanced annual leave.
- Flexible & hybrid working options.
- Access to employee perks and discounts.
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available.
Apply online here: Apply Now
