Highways Programme Manager

CPR; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Swindon is seeking an experienced Highways Programme Manager to lead strategic transport and highways projects. The successful candidate will manage contracts, oversee a small team, and engage with stakeholders to ensure projects meet council priorities on time and budget. This hybrid role offers an hourly rate of £58.66 and a contract for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in highways/transport or infrastructure project management.
• Skilled in NEC3/NEC4 contract management.
• Proven ability to manage complex, high-value projects and teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver major capital, revenue and grant-funded highways projects.
• Manage contracts using NEC3/NEC4 frameworks.
• Act as the main contact for stakeholders.
• Provide clear reports and expert advice.
• Lead and motivate a small team.

Skills

Highways/transport project management

NEC3/NEC4 contract management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Highways Programme Manager

Location: Swindon (Hybrid)

Rate: 58.66 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: 12 months

A Swindon-based local authority is seeking an experienced Highways Programme/Project Manager to lead on the delivery of a portfolio of strategic and complex transport and highways projects, each valued up to 30m.

Responsibilities

• Deliver major capital, revenue and grant-funded highways projects, ensuring they are on time, on budget and aligned to council priorities.
• Manage contracts using NEC3/NEC4 frameworks and oversee contractors, consultants, and technical specialists.
• Act as the main point of contact for stakeholders including statutory bodies, elected members, and the public.
• Provide clear reports and expert advice, translating technical detail into accessible information for decision-makers.
• Lead and motivate a small team, while managing budgets and project KPIs.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in highways/transport or infrastructure project management.
• Skilled in NEC3/NEC4 contract management.
• Proven ability to manage complex, high-value projects and teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.