The property and facilities management team

Programme and cost management

Our main role is the management and delivery of construction programmes and projects within the council’s Capital Programme. This includes:

Providing a client-focused and efficient project management service
Making sure programmes of work are adequately developed, resourced and effectively managed to a successful conclusion
Delivery of projects, varying in size and complexity, ensuring they are managed within timescales and budgets
Cost estimating, cost control and the cost management of projects
Development and maintenance of project management arrangements, making sure they are practical, simple, accessible and effective in delivering a high quality, cost effective service
Ensuring that the progress of programmes and projects are regularly monitored and that progress reports are submitted to relevant client groups
Acting as the interface between client bodies and delivery teams
Management of external professional appointments
Managing and maintaining contract documents, ensuring a streamlined approach is used for all projects