OPERATIONAL MANAGER - MAJOR PROJECTS (INFRASTRUCTURE)

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff Council in Cardiff is seeking a senior leader to oversee planning, transport and environment initiatives aimed at transforming the city’s transport network and active travel options. The role reports to the Head of Transport and will lead a team of skilled officers to deliver the council’s transport strategy.

You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, and work with partners to secure funding for major projects outlined in the Transport White Paper.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of special projects
• Working with our partners and developing those relationships
• Working with external statutory bodies to secure funding
• Leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing the development of those teams
• Managing budgets and ensuring that projects are delivered within time and resource requirements

Job description

Planning, Transport and the Environment has, in consultation with city residents, health and transport experts, produced an ambitious ten year plan to tackle the climate emergency, reduce congestion and improve air quality in the Welsh Capital. This role will be an exciting and unique opportunity to support and coordinate the strategy, through liaison with partners in planning and developing and implementing resulting special projects. Cardiff is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK and this plan will aim to transform Cardiff and South East Wales’ transport network and revolutionise active travel and public transport options in Cardiff and the local region.

About the job

Overall, this is a critical position for the future successful growth of the city. Working to the Head of Transport, the role will provide leadership and management to a team of highly skilled and dedicated officers. The Transport White Paper gives a future vision which includes new tram train routes, new bus services and Park and Ride sites and the re-prioritisation of our streets to give mor space to people walking and cycling.

The job will therefore involve:

• Coordination of special projects
• Working with our partners and developing those relationships
• Working with external statutory bodies to secure funding
• Leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing the development of those teams
• Managing budgets and ensuring that projects are delivered within time and resource requirements

What We Are Looking For From You

We are looking for someone who can provide the excellent leadership and management skills which are required to continue the key role of Transport in shaping the future of the city.

In a fast-changing environment, you will need a strong personal commitment to the value and role of Transport in bringing about positive change.

You will need exceptional skills to manage to a heavy workload, maximising the contributions and supporting the continued development of a talented and dedicated team.

You will also need to recognise the importance of working with our key partners and customers and have demonstrable experience of successfully delivering corporate priorities.

Full details of the role and the behavioural competencies required for the role which will have to be demonstrated through your application form and selection process are detailed on the Job Description and Role Profile documents.

Additional information

For further information regarding this post please contact Claire Moggridge on [e-mail]

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We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

Working Pattern/Contract Type

Full Time Permanent