Overview
We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to work alongside the Transport Advisor to support the delivery of a major transformation programme. This is a senior interim role providing leadership, structure, and delivery confidence across a complex, multi-stakeholder programme within a politically sensitive environment.
The role will ensure effective planning, governance, and coordination of workstreams, helping drive progress from programme design through to implementation and operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Programme Setup & Delivery
* Establish, develop, and oversee working groups covering technical and functional areas
* Support the creation of a Programme Board involving senior leaders
* Develop and maintain a detailed programme plan, including tasks, timelines, dependencies, and critical milestones
* Assist in preparing a Heads of Terms agreement with partner authorities
* Ensure programme plans are used to track progress and manage delivery risks
Programme Leadership
* Lead the mobilisation, governance, and delivery of a complex transformation programme
* Ensure smooth transition from planning into implementation and operational delivery
* Coordinate multiple workstreams across operational, HR, finance, legal, commercial, and service areas
Governance & Reporting
* Establish and maintain strong governance, assurance, and reporting frameworks
* Produce clear executive updates, board papers, risk logs, and programme reports
* Monitor progress using KPIs, benefits tracking, and performance data
* Ensure compliance with public sector governance, procurement, and assurance standards
Stakeholder Management
* Work closely with senior leaders, partner authorities, and external stakeholders
* Manage relationships across a complex stakeholder environment with political awareness
* Support communication, engagement, and change readiness activities
Risk & Change Management
* Identify, assess, and manage programme risks and dependencies
* Support commercial, operational, and workforce transition planning
* Ensure continuity of services during periods of change
* Maintain delivery focus in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Essential Requirements
* Significant experience in senior programme or project management roles
* Proven track record delivering large-scale transformation or service change programmes
* Experience working in complex, politically sensitive, multi-stakeholder environments
* Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, and programme controls
* Experience coordinating multiple cross-functional workstreams
* Ability to produce high-quality reports, board papers, and strategic updates
* Strong organisational, commercial, and change management skills
* Ability to manage ambiguity, pressure, and competing priorities
Desirable Experience
* Local government, combined authority, transport, or infrastructure background
* Experience with public procurement, TUPE, or service commissioning
* Familiarity with PRINCE2, MSP, Agile, or PMO best practice
* Experience supporting large-scale organisational transformation programmes
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