Project Officer

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC623253
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 6 March 2026
Interview Date: w/c 9 March 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Officer to join our Project & Programme Management team at Hampshire County Council. 

The Role:

Hampshire Engineering Services’ (ES) Project Management Office is run by the Project & Programme Management (PPM) team. We are a team of skilled professionals with advanced knowledge and experience in the management of multi-disciplinary, highly complex engineering schemes from inception through to delivery.

The Project & Programme Management Team is looking for an organised, enthusiastic and self-motivated Project Officer to join the team. 

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Project & Programme Manager in Engineering Services, you will assist with the collation, analysis and presentation of financial, performance and other data to inform senior management and generate recommendations for action/decision by others.

Working under the direction and support of the Senior Project Officer, you’ll be responsible for tracking timelines and ensuring predicted costs remain aligned with project programmes and financial models. You will also manage variations to project scope through effective change control, minimising commercial exposure and project risk while securing client understanding and approval.

We are a very proactive, supportive and collaborative team and your colleagues will support you to develop your skills in this role, whilst there will be opportunities to manage and deliver a range of highway related small-medium projects and tasks.

For further information about our service and our recent projects, please visit Engineering Services Careers

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking someone with a strong understanding of project and programme management tools and techniques and how to apply them effectively to meet client needs. You’ll be confident in managing relationships at all levels and working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes.

You’ll also bring excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, alongside sound financial awareness and an understanding of programme cost management and business case development. The role requires someone who can demonstrate political awareness and sensitivity, exercising good judgement while navigating complex environments.

Why join us?

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.

Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. 

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch! 

Additional Information:

Project Officer Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Samantha Martin, Project Engineer on [email protected]