Hybrid Project Manager: Bus Franchising & Data Insights

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority seeks a Project Manager for the Bus Franchising programme based in Sheffield. You will lead capital projects from concept to delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget outcomes and high safety and quality standards.

You’ll oversee data and insights work within the Bus Franchising Programme, coordinating with multiple teams and stakeholders to support evidence-based decision making. Hybrid working in Sheffield.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in Project Management or Transport Planning.
• Recent experience managing capital projects, ideally within the public sector or a similar complex setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects through all stages—from planning and risk management to delivery and benefits realisation.
• Develop and maintain project documentation including schedules, reports, risk registers, and cost forecasts.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and resources, ensuring value for money and timely delivery.
• Prepare and submit business cases, ensuring alignment with governance and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, local authorities, operators, and the public to ensure successful outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Project Management or Transport Planning

Job description

South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority seeks a Project Manager for the Bus Franchising programme based in Sheffield. You will lead capital projects from concept to delivery, ensuring on-time, on-budget outcomes and high safety and quality standards.

You’ll oversee data and insights work within the Bus Franchising Programme, coordinating with multiple teams and stakeholders to support evidence-based decision making. Hybrid working in Sheffield.