Programme Manager - Transport

Programme Manager - Transport

Location: Chesterfield, East Midlands
Employment Status: Permanent

Salary: £39,152 - £44,075

About the Role

This is a defining moment for transport in the East Midlands. As the region's Local Transport Authority, EMCCA is at the forefront of shaping a bold, future-focused Mayor's Transport Plan - driving forward a transformational investment programme worth over £2 billion. This is more than infrastructure; it's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine how people connect, travel, and thrive across the region.

We are seeking a Programme Manager - Transport to lead the coordination and management of activities across the Transport Investment portfolio. This role is central to ensuring that programmes are effectively planned, monitored, and delivered, meeting all internal and external requirements.

Working closely with senior leadership, including the Director of Transport, Head of Transport Investment and Head of Transport Strategy, you will ensure that complex programmes are delivered efficiently, transparently and to a high standard.

Our region is home to award-winning bus companies, an established tram system, the HQ of the new GB Railways, and birthplace of the first workplace parky levy in Europe - this is a region with both track record and vision.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the coordination and management of the Transport Investment team workplan, ensuring all programme requirements and external obligations are met
Develop and maintain clear schedules of activity, aligning programme delivery with corporate processes and deadlines
Review funding requirements, guidance and compliance conditions to ensure all obligations are understood and delivered
Produce and maintain programme monitoring tools, including Gantt charts and delivery plans, to communicate progress clearly
Support delivery teams in the preparation of reports, briefings and communications to meet programme milestones
Work closely with the Programme Management Office and internal stakeholders to align transport programmes with wider organisational priorities
Identify resource requirements and provide senior leadership with recommendations to support efficient and effective programme delivery
Liaise with external funding bodies, including the Department for Transport, to ensure clarity of expectations and compliance
Facilitate governance processes, supporting the preparation and coordination of materials for boards, committees and formal meetings
Participate in partnership meetings and working groups to ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities and delivery timelines
Monitor programme delivery, identifying risks and issues, and supporting resolution to maintain progress
Build collaborative relationships with neighbouring authorities and transport partners to support cross-boundary workingLeadership Responsibilities

Where applicable, the role includes:

Providing leadership and direction to teams, fostering a positive, accountable and collaborative culture
Supporting staff development through coaching, mentoring and performance management
Ensuring effective communication across teams and stakeholders
Managing resources and workloads to achieve programme objectivesAbout You

We are seeking an experienced programme manager with strong organisational capability and the ability to work across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Please note, you do not need to meet every requirement to apply - if you feel you'd be a good fit, we encourage you to put in an application.

Essential Skills and Experience:

Experience of programme management within a multi-functional or public sector environment
Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities concurrently
Proven ability to produce clear, structured and accessible reports and programme documentation
Ability to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
Experience working collaboratively across teams and organisations, including multi-agency environments
Ability to set clear priorities and support colleagues in organising and delivering work effectively
High levels of personal and professional credibility, integrity and accountabilityDesirable:

Experience working within government or in line with government funding requirements
Knowledge of programme management methodologies within a public sector context
Experience working in a politically sensitive environment
Experience contributing to a positive and inclusive organisational cultureQualifications

Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline
Evidence of continued professional development
Membership of a relevant professional body is desirableWhy Join EMCCA

This is an opportunity to play a central role in delivering a major regional transport programme at scale. You will contribute to the successful coordination and delivery of investment that will have a lasting impact on communities across the East Midlands.

EMCCA offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, with a strong focus on partnership working, innovation and evidence-led delivery. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and influence how complex programmes are managed and delivered.

Benefits

Up to 10 days paid leave in a 12-month period for caring responsibilities
Healthcare cash plan
A hybrid work model with remote working opportunities
Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible working hours
Maternity, Paternity, IVF, Adopters and Foster Carers support
Discount scheme
Car Benefit Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
30 days holiday (plus 2 with continuous service) + bank holidays + your birthday (up to five extra days through salary sacrifice)
Costco Membership
Discounted Gym Membership
Professional Membership Scheme
Car Parking Discounts
Car Sharing SchemeOur Values

We lift our regionWe always put the prosperity of the East Midlands region and its people first when carrying our roles and achieving strategic outcomes
We work togetherWe always challenge each other to be exceptional, embracing collaboration and acting to lift rather than win, working as one team
We make an impactWe always make decisions that are evidence led and which strengthen our region systemically. We hold ourselves to account for our actions
We are humanWe always take pride in who we are and the diversity we bring, communicating authentically and showing genuine interest in one anotherAbout EMCCA

EMCCA is committed to delivering long-term, system-wide impact for the people, businesses and places of the East Midlands. Through devolution, the organisation has secured significant funding and responsibility, creating a unique opportunity to transform transport across the region.

With a strong pipeline of projects and a clear delivery focus, this is a critical time to join and make a meaningful contribution.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of everything EMCCA do. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered, regardless of background or identity.

EMCCA is a Disability Confident organisation, committed to inclusive recruitment and supporting people with disabilities to thrive in the workplace. We also support the Care Leavers Covenant, recognising the challenges faced by care-experienced individuals and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced programme manager looking to contribute to complex, high-impact transport programmes, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's dedicated team within the East Midlands Combined County Authority.

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