Strategic Bus Contracts & Programme Leader

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

Sheffield

Hybrid

GBP 39,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority (SYMCA) seeks an experienced Senior Contracts and Programme Manager - Bus to shape the future of bus services across South Yorkshire. You will lead contract strategies, oversee major service improvement programmes and ensure value for money and excellent customer outcomes through joined-up transport planning.

Reporting to the Head of Bus Services, you will provide strategic leadership across contracts, network development and programme delivery, driving

Qualifications

Significant experience leading transport, service delivery, contract management or major programme activity.
Strong commercial, financial and strategic planning skills.
Experience managing complex funding arrangements, budgets and investment programmes.
Knowledge of procurement, contract management and governance within a regulated or public sector environment.
Ability to analyse complex information and translate evidence into strategic recommendations.
Experience leading service improvement, transformation or network development initiatives.
Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills.
Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to work collaboratively across organisations.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and transformation of bus services across South Yorkshire, supporting regional transport priorities and customer needs.
Oversee contract strategy, procurement approaches and performance frameworks for bus services.
Manage investment and funding programmes, ensuring resources are prioritised effectively and deliver maximum value.
Lead network reviews, service redesign projects and major transport improvement initiatives.
Develop performance measures and assurance arrangements to drive service quality, reliability and continuous improvement.
Use data, analysis and forecasting to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Manage risks, governance requirements and compliance across a diverse portfolio of contracts and programmes.
Build strong relationships with bus operators, government departments, local authorities and other key stakeholders.
Prepare strategic reports, recommendations and business cases for senior leaders and governance boards.
Support the integration of bus services with wider transport programmes and infrastructure investments.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement to enhance service delivery and customer outcomes.