At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage major transport projects and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance Greater Cambridge's transport network.
- Company: Join the Greater Cambridge Partnership, driving economic growth and sustainable transport solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, wellbeing resources, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with excellent career growth and employee recognition opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on your community while developing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in programme management, especially in transport, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 31537 - 32000 £ per year.
The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) is responsible for transforming Greater Cambridge through a City Deal aimed at unlocking the economic growth potential of the area over the coming decades and realising thousands of new jobs and homes. The development and delivery of major transport infrastructure is vital to the future economic wellbeing of Greater Cambridge. The GCP Transport programme is a cornerstone of the City Deal initiative and aims to develop a sustainable transport network for Greater Cambridge that keeps people, business and ideas connected as the area continues to grow.
Our benefits
- A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family.
- Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro‑rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme.
- Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances.
- Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings.
- Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth.
- Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day.
- Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network.
- Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards.
- An Our Cambs Rewards account, giving you access to in‑store and online discounts as well as our Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes.
What will you be doing?
As a Senior Programme Officer for the GCP, you will support the management of the major Transport Programme which includes significant investment in public and active travel. This will require excellent communication skills as you work with major stakeholders such as Network Rail, National Highways and Natural England. You will be overseeing monthly financial and delivery reporting processes across the GCP programme to ensure the smooth running of the GCP and the delivery of its ambitious £500m+ programme. You will ensure that major projects are on track and escalate issues to senior members of the team where required.
About you
You will be a team player and require a good understanding of programme and project management, ideally focused within the Transport field. You will have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and want the challenge that the considerable financial and strategic value of the programme to be delivered will bring. You will need to be a go‑getter that doesn't let the details slip, organised and someone that thrives on interaction to get the work done.
Benefits of working for the GCP
- Opportunity to achieve pay increments through annual review.
- Flexible, agile working.
- City centre workspace.
- An environment that champions equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Wellbeing resources and support.
- Staff benefits including bike purchase scheme and discounted gym membership.
- Comprehensive pension.
We are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring people based on attitude and merit, regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We are a Disability Confident Leader and support reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
Interview information
Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 29 June 2026 in‑person at Mandela House, Regent Street, Cambridge CB2 1BY.
GCP Senior Programme Officer in Cambridge employer: Cambridge County Council
The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees. With a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, additional annual leave options, and access to development opportunities, GCP fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in the heart of Cambridge, employees enjoy a vibrant city centre workspace while contributing to transformative transport initiatives that enhance the community and drive economic growth.
