Parks Capital Projects Officer

Hertsmere Developments Limited; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Borehamwood is seeking a passionate Parks Capital Project Officer to join the Parks Team. This role involves managing parks development projects, overseeing budgets, and ensuring high-quality design. Candidates should have experience in managing similar projects and possess strong project management skills. This position offers an 18-month fixed-term contract and benefits like gym membership and flexible leave options. A full driving license is required for site visits.

Benefits

27 – 32 days annual leave

Flexi-Leave

Free gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in managing parks or public realm projects
• Ability to see projects through from concept to completion
• Motivated and enthusiastic for public spaces

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of parks development and capital projects
• Manage new or refurbished play areas and park infrastructure
• Oversee procurement processes and ensure project controls

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication

Understanding of procurement

Education

Background or qualification in horticulture, design or related field

Job description

Location:

Civic Offices, Borehamwood

Contract:

Contract

Working Pattern:

Full Time

Hours:

36 hours per week.

DBS Check:

No

Closing Date:

23/02/2026 at 10:00

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We are looking for a passionate and organised Parks Capital Project Officer to join our friendly and committed Parks Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping and improving Hertsmere’s parks and green spaces for residents and visitors. You will be part of a supportive, collaborative team culture that values innovation, quality design and community impact, working on projects that make a visible and lasting difference to local neighbourhoods.

In this role, you will support the delivery of the Council’s parks development and capital projects programme, helping to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard of design and build quality. You will manage a range of projects including new or refurbished play areas, park infrastructure and landscaping, oversee procurement processes, and ensure robust financial and project controls are in place. The post also involves working closely with internal teams and supporting consultations, funding bids and publicity around new schemes.

We welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience in managing parks, public realm or similar capital projects, who enjoy seeing projects through from concept to completion. You will bring strong project management and organisational skills, an understanding of procurement and design considerations, and the ability to communicate confidently. A background or qualification in horticulture, design or a related field is desirable, but we also value transferable experience, enthusiasm for public spaces, and a proactive, problem-solving approach. If you are motivated, collaborative and keen to help deliver high-quality parks for the community, we would love to hear from you. As the role involves visiting sites across the borough, you will need a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

The post is offered as an 18 month fixed term contract on a full time basis (36 hours per week).

Benefits include:

• 27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays
• Flexi-Leave - accrue extra hours & exchange for up to 2 days leave per month
• Free gym membership
• Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)
• Employee Assistance Programme

Please note: this vacancy may close early depending on the volume of suitable applications received, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CV’s submitted without a fully completed online application form.