At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major transport and infrastructure programmes from concept to approval.
- Company: A leading transport consultancy with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape impactful projects.
- Other info: Opportunity to travel and engage with key stakeholders across the UK and Ireland.
- Why this job: Make a difference in national transport systems and work with top professionals.
- Qualifications: Senior leadership experience in transport or infrastructure and strong programme development skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
A leading transport consultancy is seeking a Senior Programme Director to lead major transport, light rail and infrastructure programmes across the UK and Ireland. This role focuses on early-stage programme development, business case leadership and the integration of multi-disciplinary workstreams. You will shape programmes from concept through to HM Treasury Green Book business case approval, ensuring engineering, planning, commercial and operational activities are aligned and well-coordinated. Ideal for senior leaders with experience in light rail, mass transit, rail, metro or major transport systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead major transport and infrastructure programmes from early-stage development to business case approval
- Integrate engineering, planning, commercial and operational readiness workstreams
- Oversee multidisciplinary consultancy teams and delivery partners
- Establish programme controls: schedule, risk, cost and performance reporting
- Ensure alignment with Green Book and Five Case Model requirements
- Support governance, assurance and investment decision-making
- Provide hands-on leadership to shape emerging work and resolve complex issues
- Build strong relationships with senior public-sector and private-sector stakeholders
About You
Essential
- Senior programme leadership experience in major transport or infrastructure
- Background in light rail, tram, metro, mass transit or rail
- Strong experience in early-stage programme development
- Proven track record in Green Book-aligned business case development
- Consultancy or integrated delivery model experience
- Strong understanding of public-sector governance and assurance
Desirable
- Experience across both client-side and consultancy roles
- Knowledge of UK transport business case processes
- Ability to travel to major UK or Irish cities
Why Apply?
- Lead nationally significant transport and light rail programmes
- Shape projects at their most influential stage
- Work with a high-performing consultancy delivering major infrastructure
- Opportunity to drive strategy, integration and programme performance
If you’re an experienced programme leader with a strong background in light rail, mass transit or major transport infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for a confidential discussion.
