Programme Manager

Description

Are you an experienced Programme Manager who is looking for your next contract? We are seeking a Programme Manager to devise, set up and run a governance structure to provide assurance for a high profile, multimillion pound, sustainable and active travel programme of work. This is an excellent opportunity to bring programme management skills and experience of large scale infrastructure project delivery into policy teams whose aim is to support and encourage more people to walk, wheel and cycle more often. Based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow but currently working from home, the Programme Manager role is initially for 3 months.

Main duties:

· Devising the programme controls, that is the processes, procedures, reporting, etc., to manage the sustainable and active travel programme
· Planning the overall programme and monitor progress to make sure that milestones are being met across the various elements and the overall programme and its component parts are aligned with the active travel outcomes framework
· Supporting the Unit head and Active Travel Team leader to manage the programme budget by interpreting information provided and giving advice, particularly on financial information on large scale active travel infrastructure projects
· With delivery partners, surface and manage the risks and issues that might and do arise over the course of a large scale infrastructure programme life cycle
· Coordination of the various active travel programmes across a range of partners and their interdependencies

Essential:

· A highly experienced and competent programme manager, who has a demonstrable track record of successfully scoping, initiating, and leading complex roads or active travel infrastructure programmes, with over 5 years’ relevant experience
· Experience of successfully leading transport-related programmes to achieve desired outcomes, preferably at a local, regional or national government level
· Experience of leading programmes through the early stages of their lifecycle e.g. developing the business case, implementation strategy/approach, roadmap and setting up governance arrangements.
· A leader who is strong on governance, who leads by example and ensures protocols are adhered to and high standards are maintained
· Experienced in setting up and tracking programme deliverables and finances

If you would like to be considered for this Programme Manager role, please click the link to apply. We would love to hear from you!

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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