Highways Programme Lead: Planning & Delivery in Sheffield

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Programme Coordinator to join our dynamic Sheffield team. This role will be based on-site at our Olive Grove Depot (S2 3GE). The standard working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. The purpose of this role is to plan, coordinate, and manage the end‑to‑end scheduling and delivery of highways works programmes across carriageways and footways. The role works closely with Project Managers, Operations Managers, Planning, Permits, and Data teams to ensure works are correctly issued, tracked, reported, and completed in line with agreed programmes, statutory requirements, and performance measures.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate the issuing and scheduling of works in collaboration with Project Managers and Operations Managers across multiple programmes, including LIP, OPEX, Non‑Core and major schemes.
• Maintain and update Carriageway and Footway programmes, ensuring live visibility of planned, in‑progress, completed and deferred works.
• Obtain forward‑look information from Operational Teams, Planners and Permit teams to support effective short‑ and medium‑term planning.
• Track works from initiation through to completion, ensuring accurate capture of completion dates and programme status.
• Update weekly completions on Carriageway and Footway Master Sheets, including ancillary works such as sweeping and de‑vegetation.
• Process Confirm job closures by identifying completed works, signing off tasks, and inputting actual completion dates in line with business procedures.

Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Produce and distribute weekly and monthly reports, including Authority Weekly Briefing updates and LIP programme updates.
• Maintain and update performance graphs and dashboards for Carriageways and Footways to support operational oversight.
• Identify and report on programme clashes, including CAT 1 and CAT 2 defects against LIP works, and elevate risks appropriately.

Data Management & Analysis

• Liaise with Network and Data Analysts to provide accurate programme and clash data, supporting spatial analysis and distance reporting.
• Update Webmap and associated datasets to maintain accurate network visibility.
• Manage data quality across multiple systems and spreadsheets to ensure consistency and auditability.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a central coordination point between Operations Managers, Planners, Project Managers, Permits Team, Surfacing, Arboriculture, Lining and Paving contractors.
• Proactively chase outstanding information (e.g. surfacing siding out details, arboriculture programmes, paving updates) to maintain programme integrity.
• Circulate approved permit information and updated programmes to internal stakeholders on a regular basis.

Compliance & Governance

• Support delivery of the Annual Investment Programme (AIP) through adherence to documented processes and submission requirements.
• Prepare and submit required documentation such as Appendix E submissions and AIP confirmations in line with governance deadlines.
• Ensure all programmes and updates align with permit approvals and statutory deadlines.

Why Join Us

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award‑winning programmes like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programmes.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy further 5 days!
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle‑to‑work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2× paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong programme coordination and planning capability within a multi‑stakeholder environment.
• Excellent data management and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with the ability to chase, challenge and coordinate across teams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project and SharePoint‑based systems.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify clashes, risks, and trends in data.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to our recruiter for this role.