Network Development Planner (Bus Stops & Shelters)

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transport authority in Huntingdon is seeking a Network Development Planner to enhance bus stop and shelter infrastructure. The role involves project management, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring facilities meet community needs. Ideal candidates will have experience in transport infrastructure and strong contract management skills. This position offers the opportunity to shape passenger experiences across the bus network.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering infrastructure projects or improving customer experience in a transport environment.
• Strong contract management and budget control skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to pre-empt issues and keep projects on track.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders including councils and developers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee programmes to expand and improve bus stops and shelters.
• Manage contracts, budgets, and suppliers for timely project delivery.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify new opportunities.
• Act as a SME on bus stop and shelter infrastructure, including DfT guidance and best practice.
• Engage with stakeholders and the public to build consensus and ensure improvements meet community needs.
• Report progress and programme milestones to committees and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Contract management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Communication skills

UK bus industry standards

Passenger information strategies

Job description

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About the Role

We’re looking for a Network Development Planner (Bus Stops & Shelters) to take the lead in delivering a safe, welcoming, and accessible passenger experience across our bus network.

You’ll be at the forefront of planning, expanding, and improving bus stop and shelter infrastructure, ensuring our facilities meet community needs and align with the region’s public transport strategy. Working with councils, developers, and suppliers, you’ll help make bus travel more convenient, comfortable, and attractive for everyone.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and oversee programmes to expand and improve bus stops and shelters across the network
• Manage contracts, budgets, and suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Collaborate with councils, developers, and internal colleagues to identify new opportunities
• Act as a subject matter expert on bus stop and shelter infrastructure, including DfT guidance and best practice
• Engage with stakeholders and the public to build consensus and ensure improvements meet community needs
• Report progress and programme milestones to committees and senior stakeholders

What were looking for

• Experience delivering infrastructure projects or improving customer experience in a transport environment
• Strong contract management and budget control skills
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to pre-empt issues and keep projects on track
• Confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders, from councils and developers to contractors and the public
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and build consensus
• Knowledge of UK bus industry standards and political sensitivities
• Experience delivering strategies to improve passenger information

Why Join Us?

• Shape the passenger experience for thousands of daily bus users
• Lead visible, impactful projects across the region
• Work with a wide network of partners to deliver improvements that communities truly value
• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team driving transport change

How to Apply

Please email your cv and covering letter to: [e-mail]

Full job description can be found here

This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.

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