Public Transport Network Delivery Planner

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a transport manager to plan and ensure the delivery of an effective bus network. You will manage budgets of £3-5m, oversee contract performance, and drive improvements in timetables and routes. The ideal candidate has experience in bus/transport service planning and strong analytical and negotiation skills. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Experience in bus/transport service planning.
• Strong contract and budget management skills.
• Analytical mindset with data reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver an effective bus network.
• Manage contracts and performance.
• Oversee budgets of £3-5m.

Skills

Transport service planning

Contract management

Budget management

Analytical mindset

Negotiation skills

High-pressure resilience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan & deliver an effective bus network
• Manage contracts & performance
• Oversee budgets of £3-5m
• Drive improvements to timetables & routes
• Collaborate with operators, stakeholders & the public
• Lead procurement exercises & ensure value for money

Qualifications

• Experience in bus/transport service planning
• Strong contract & budget management skills
• Analytical mindset & data reporting skills
• Ability to influence & negotiate with partners
• Resilience in high-pressure environments

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.