Transport Project Manager

We are working with a Bristol City Council who are looking for Transport Project Manager to take the lead on delivering innovative and impactful transport and infrastructure projects. They’re looking for a driven and experienced professional with a passion for making a difference through sustainable transport solutions.

Location: Bristol City Council

Set-up: Hybrid – 2-3 days per week

Rate: £30.28/hour via umbrellla inside IR35

Duration: Initial 12-months, potential extension

Hours: Full-time position

Responsibilities include:

• Proven track record of managing complex transport or infrastructure projects within a public sector or multidisciplinary environment
• Strong technical knowledge in transport planning, engineering, or related fields, with the ability to provide expert advice to senior stakeholders
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and communication, with the ability to tailor information to different audiences
• Financial and budget management experience, including forecasting, monitoring and reporting on large-scale project expenditure
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, including mentoring, coordinating consultants, and promoting a positive working culture
• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of transport projects, ensuring alignment with council policies and strategic objectives

Requirements:

• Local Government experience required for initial shortlisting, then thereafter at the client’s discretion
• Proven leadership and supervisory experience in a specialist technical area, including delivery of high-value or high-profile transport or infrastructure projects
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work semi-autonomously, manage budgets and risk, and lead projects to time and within financial constraints

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion