Project Manager (Transport Infrastructure)

To help make Liverpool City region the best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business – where no-one is left behind.

An exciting opportunity has become available for 3 Project Managers to work within the Transport Infrastructure Programmes Team. The role will support a crucial part of Liverpool City Region Combined Authorities capacity to develop, manage and implement a broad array of important transport infrastructure projects across the Liverpool City Region.

We are seeking suitably experienced, enthusiastic and driven individuals to join the Transport Infrastructure Programmes teams to deliver a range of transport projects including Rail, Bus and Highways.

You will be required to manage a portfolio of projects at various stages of development and implementation in order to successfully achieve the strategic public transport objectives and goals of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority. Your role will entail effectively managing the project delivery, finances, quality, risk and benefits realisation of railway related development projects.

Furthermore, the role will require the management of complex stakeholder relationships with bodies such as; Network Rail, Train Operating Companies, Bus operators, Local Authorities, Consultants, Contractors and the public in order to successfully guide projects through to completion.

The successful candidate will ideally possess a Degree or have suitable relevant experience in a relevant subject such as; Engineering; Construction Management; Project Management or Transport logistics. Be competent and demonstrably experienced in managing projects within recognised formal project management frameworks and be able to demonstrate a proven track record of successful project delivery – preferably within the transport industry, though other industries are also acceptable.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply. Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.

• Experience of successfully developing transport projects
• Experience of building effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders including both from the public sector and private sector
• Experience of delivering effective project management controls and monitoring.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing – growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK – investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business – where no-one is left behind.

• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%

• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days

• Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner

• Flexible and hybrid working

• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service

• Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme

• Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms

• Bike to Work Scheme

• Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities. To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes. The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively promote diversity and inclusion.

Please note that this role is unlikely to meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.

How to apply: Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.