Head of Transport Programmes

North East Local Enterprise Partnership; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transport authority is seeking an experienced leader to shape and deliver transport investment programmes in the North East. This full-time, permanent role requires expertise in transport planning and infrastructure delivery. You will lead a high-performing team to enhance connectivity and engage with various stakeholders. A competitive salary package ranging from £83,663 to £88,633 per year is offered, along with flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning and infrastructure delivery.
• Strong leadership skills in a high-profile environment.
• Ability to influence investment decisions and secure funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to develop and implement transport programmes.
• Enhance connectivity and sustainability in the North East.
• Engage with local, regional, and national partners effectively.

Skills

Transport planning

Infrastructure delivery

Funding expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Overview

The North East Combined Authority is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader to shape and deliver the region’s transport investment programmes. We’re seeking a dynamic professional with expertise in transport planning, infrastructure delivery and funding. You’ll lead a high-performing team responsible for developing, managing and implementing complex transport programmes that enhance connectivity, sustainability and growth across the North East. Working across local, regional and national partners, you’ll influence investment decisions, secure funding and ensure our transport programmes are delivered effectively and efficiently. With excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, you’ll combine strategic vision with the ability to make things happen in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. If you’re passionate about transforming the region’s transport network and making a lasting impact in the North East, we’d love to hear from you.

Location and Salary

Location: The Lumen, St James\' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, various ‘spoke’ offices throughout the North East and remote working arrangements

Salary: £83,663 - £88,633 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Reporting to: Assistant Director of Transport Programmes and Investment Planning

Closing Date: 9 November 2025

Our Commitment

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and experiences. We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in senior roles, including women, disabled people, LGBTQ+ people and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.

How to Apply

If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact:

Jonathan Bailes, Assistant Director of Transport Programmes and Investment Planning by email: [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: midnight on 9th November

For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk