Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects to lead the delivery of a high-profile and varied capital programme. This is a senior leadership role overseeing projects ranging from £0.5m to £40m+ across schools, heritage buildings, leisure centres and operational depots. We are looking for a seasoned interim professional who can hit the ground running, provide strong leadership, and drive delivery at pace. The Role Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects & Sustainability, you will: Lead and manage Programme Managers, Senior Project Managers and Project Managers Oversee multidisciplinary consultancy teams Act as the Council's Intelligent Client on major schemes Lead projects from business case through to completion Ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards Embed sustainability and social value across all projects Manage procurement, consultant appointments and JCT/NEC contracts Monitor financial performance and identify efficiencies and funding opportunities Engage confidently with senior stakeholders This role combines office-based leadership with site visits across Liverpool. Liverpool - Cunard Building (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 remote) 3-Month Initial Contract 35 Hours Per Week £800 per day (Inside IR35 - Umbrella) Essential Requirements Professional qualification (RIBA / RICS / CIOB / ACE) Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM / RICS / CIOB) Significant experience delivering complex capital building projects across all RIBA stages Strong commercial and budget management expertise Experience acting as Client PM on large-scale projects Proven background in procurement, contract negotiation and consultant management Knowledge of sustainability frameworks (BREEAM, BNG, CDM, Building Regulations) Experience working across public and/or private sector About You You are a confident, visible leader with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive performance in a fast-paced environment. You bring commercial acumen, strategic oversight and hands-on delivery expertise. If you are a capital projects leader available for an immediate interim assignment, please email your updated CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss further.
Mar 05, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects Liverpool City Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Operational & Commercial Capital Projects to lead the delivery of a high-profile and varied capital programme. This is a senior leadership role overseeing projects ranging from £0.5m to £40m+ across schools, heritage buildings, leisure centres and operational depots. We are looking for a seasoned interim professional who can hit the ground running, provide strong leadership, and drive delivery at pace. The Role Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects & Sustainability, you will: Lead and manage Programme Managers, Senior Project Managers and Project Managers Oversee multidisciplinary consultancy teams Act as the Council's Intelligent Client on major schemes Lead projects from business case through to completion Ensure delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards Embed sustainability and social value across all projects Manage procurement, consultant appointments and JCT/NEC contracts Monitor financial performance and identify efficiencies and funding opportunities Engage confidently with senior stakeholders This role combines office-based leadership with site visits across Liverpool. Liverpool - Cunard Building (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 remote) 3-Month Initial Contract 35 Hours Per Week £800 per day (Inside IR35 - Umbrella) Essential Requirements Professional qualification (RIBA / RICS / CIOB / ACE) Recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM / RICS / CIOB) Significant experience delivering complex capital building projects across all RIBA stages Strong commercial and budget management expertise Experience acting as Client PM on large-scale projects Proven background in procurement, contract negotiation and consultant management Knowledge of sustainability frameworks (BREEAM, BNG, CDM, Building Regulations) Experience working across public and/or private sector About You You are a confident, visible leader with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive performance in a fast-paced environment. You bring commercial acumen, strategic oversight and hands-on delivery expertise. If you are a capital projects leader available for an immediate interim assignment, please email your updated CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) to discuss further.
Interim Finance Business Partner - Children's Services Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority based in the Midlands/North London to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children's & Schools . This is a senior interim leadership assignment supporting a pressured Children's directorate, providing robust financial challenge and stabilising budget management. What's on Offer Rate: £550 - £750 per Day Contract length: 6 months minimum (interim) Full-time: 37 hours per week Hybrid working: Typically 1 day per month onsite (flexible for the right candidate) Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead the Children's & Schools finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance. Key responsibilities: Leading the Children's finance team Full revenue budget cycle ownership DSG reporting and statutory returns Providing robust financial challenge to senior leadership Supporting stabilisation of overspending budgets Working closely alongside an ongoing transformation programme Delivering high-quality budget monitoring and forecasting About You You will ideally have: CCAB / CIPFA / CIMA qualification (essential) Significant Local Authority Children's Services finance experience Strong DSG knowledge and statutory returns experience Experience leading finance teams Proven ability to operate in pressured budget environments How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300.If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.
Mar 03, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Finance Business Partner - Children's Services Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority based in the Midlands/North London to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children's & Schools . This is a senior interim leadership assignment supporting a pressured Children's directorate, providing robust financial challenge and stabilising budget management. What's on Offer Rate: £550 - £750 per Day Contract length: 6 months minimum (interim) Full-time: 37 hours per week Hybrid working: Typically 1 day per month onsite (flexible for the right candidate) Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead the Children's & Schools finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance. Key responsibilities: Leading the Children's finance team Full revenue budget cycle ownership DSG reporting and statutory returns Providing robust financial challenge to senior leadership Supporting stabilisation of overspending budgets Working closely alongside an ongoing transformation programme Delivering high-quality budget monitoring and forecasting About You You will ideally have: CCAB / CIPFA / CIMA qualification (essential) Significant Local Authority Children's Services finance experience Strong DSG knowledge and statutory returns experience Experience leading finance teams Proven ability to operate in pressured budget environments How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300.If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.
