We are currently looking for a Project Manager - Highways. You will be working in Isle of Wight.
Monday - Friday
08:00am - 16:00pm
Temp Contract - Ongoing
Pay rate - £36.94ph paye
Job Purpose
* To support the Transport Strategy Manager in the development and delivery of a programme of local bus infrastructure schemes as part of the Isle of Wight allocation of the Department for Transport’s Bus Settlement Fund for 2025/26 onwards, with a value of circa £1.3m per annum for the term of the funding, based on the published Isle of Wight Bus Service Improvement and Delivery Plans.
* This will include delivering and managing a portfolio of work packages, utilising robust project management approaches, engaging and managing multiple relationships with internal and external stakeholders including the local community and maintaining effective communication channels in support of the projects.
Main Duties
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To develop a programme of bus infrastructure improvements, in line with the conditions of the funding and based upon the aspirations of the published Bus Service Improvement Plan, as well as the draft Island Transport Plan.
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This will include (but not limited to), bus shelters, hard standings, accessibility improvements, real-time information systems, lighting and CCTV.
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To work closely with the Transport Strategy Manager and Officer, on overall scope and approach, to ensure policy alignment, as well as assisting with establishing a local design standards.
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To lead on the procurement and commissioning of the associated external suppliers and/or delivery contractors. Working closely with the Engineering and Commercial teams within Highways and Transportation
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To establish appropriate project governance and produce the clear and concise documentation for reporting into the relevant boards and committees, in line with the Isle of Wight Councils Project Management Framework
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To facilitate and support co-operative and partnership working with communities, partners and stakeholders
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.
To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV