Main Purpose of the Role Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of something meaningful. It's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch. We currently have the following opportunity: Project Manager (Public Transport Transformation) (Fixed Term until 31 March 2026) - PKC12648 £47,864 - £51,562 2 High Street, Perth Are you passionate about leading transformation and managing change? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and excel at building key relationships to drive business improvement? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to spearhead the development of an innovative public transport model for Perth and Kinross that meets the diverse needs of our communities. This model must be affordable, sustainable, efficient, and effective. To achieve this, you must be able to collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the project and actions are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. In return we will offer you a dynamic and collaborative work environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact on public transport and community well-being. A role that is crucial in delivering agreed outcomes and driving business improvement. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference, apply now and be part of our transformative journey! Your main accountabilities will be to: • Lead the successful development and implementation of the public transport transformation project. This will include consultation and delivery of training to stakeholders where required. • Lead on the development and monitoring of the key workstreams and the implementation of this work across the organisation. • Support with the development of the business case and options appraisal outlining the potential models of public transport for Perth and Kinross. • Support with the development of key reports and papers for committee and other working groups. • Engaging with stakeholders, facilitating and designing engagement workshops where appropriate and advising on project development areas due to feedback. • Work with key services to develop tests of change, revised procedures and new ways of working in order to meet the overall aim of the project and to create efficiencies. Skills & Experience Required To join us in this role, we would expect you to possess: • Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant area • Knowledge and experience of public transport and project leadership, implementation and monitoring. • Experience of developing effective external and internal relationships You must have a valid UK driving licence as this post requires you to travel to a variety of locations across Perth and Kinross. Working at Perth & Kinross Council Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team! Here's what we can offer you : A generous annual leave package 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day Eligibility to join our pension scheme Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework Flexi time Access to a range of benefits We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. For purposes of connection and collaboration with colleagues and with the community we serve, our full-time employees work on site for a minimum of 2 days per week with the arrangements for part time employees being agreed on a basis which will ensure that they benefit to an equivalent degree. Our FAQs on hybrid working can be found here Hybrid working FAQs. We are committed to being a more inclusive employer - to ensure we can consider any reasonable adjustments, please either contact the recruiting manager to discuss any individual circumstances, discuss at interview or, if you prefer, after any conditional offer is made. Next Steps We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Elaine Ritchie, Strategic Lead - Housing & communities on ERitchie@pkc.gov.uk to find out more. Click “APPLY NOW” External candidates are required to provide 2 references, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer. We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process. Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check. If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, whilst over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.