Development Management Lead, Road Safety & Planning

Scottish Government OGD Recruitment; Glasgow; Presencial; GBP 60.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Transport Scotland in Scotland seeks a capable leader to manage the Development Management Team, overseeing engineers and transport planners. The role focuses on balancing planning requirements with safety and operational efficiency of the Trunk Road network, while maintaining strong relationships with developers, agencies and government bodies.

The post holder reports to the National Operations Manager and will coordinate cross-government activities to support sustainable economic growth in

Formación

• Experience leading technical staff in transport planning or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of planning processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to prepare briefings, responses and high-quality reports.

Responsabilidades

• Lead a team of engineers/transport planners and advisors to safeguard road safety and system efficiency.
• Oversee responses to planning and renewables applications affecting trunk road networks.
• Support Ministers and senior managers in meetings and briefings with clear, timely advice.
• Collaborate with Planning colleagues and other agencies to support sustainable growth in Scotland.
• Develop and publish technical guidance to support varied planning applications.
• Enhance the public profile of the Development Management team through effective engagement.
• Direct framework agreements for development management and budget oversight within public finance rules.
• Support training and progression of Transport Planning Graduates.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Transport planning

Planning applications

Stakeholder engagement

Briefing and reporting

Descripción del empleo

Transport Scotland in Scotland seeks a capable leader to manage the Development Management Team, overseeing engineers and transport planners. The role focuses on balancing planning requirements with safety and operational efficiency of the Trunk Road network, while maintaining strong relationships with developers, agencies and government bodies.

The post holder reports to the National Operations Manager and will coordinate cross-government activities to support sustainable economic growth in