Strategic Lead, Traffic And Transportation

Triumph Consultants Ltd; Grimsby; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is looking for a Strategic Lead in Traffic and Transportation based in Grimsby. This role includes overseeing transport initiatives, collaborating with local authorities, and improving accessibility. Candidates should have significant experience in local transport governance, a management qualification, and the ability to lead high-performing teams. The position offers a pay rate of £395 per day, with hybrid working options. Immediate start required.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a comprehensive understanding of local transport governance.
• Experience leading high-performing teams is essential.
• Must be a member of a professional body (IHE/ICE/IHT).

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic planning and implementation for transport initiatives.
• Lead the development of the Local Transport Plan strategy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve network accessibility.

Skills

Excellent Knowledge of traffic and transport related legislation

Significant experience within a local transport authority

Proven record of developing innovative solutions to address net zero

Experience of developing, presenting and implementing transport strategies

Education

Management professional qualification

Minimum level 6 qualification in a technical appropriate subject

Job description

Strategic Lead, Traffic And Transportation

Job Ref: NE Lincolnshire 5284819

Pay Rate: £395.00 per day PAYE

Hours per week: 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday

Contract length: 6 months

Location and postcode: Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN31 1HU

The team can offer Hybrid working for this role, they actively encourage the office experience and being part of our team.

Candidates must be available for immediate start.

The role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Strategic Lead to join a dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, development, and implementation for all the traffic and transport initiatives across the network.

You will lead on the development of the Local Transport Plan strategy, collaborating closely with the local Mayoral Combined Authority and securing investment for the local area to achieve outcomes in line with the Council plan.

Your leadership will play a crucial role in enhancing all activities on our network, improving accessibility, and ensuring sustainable practices. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including Councillors, local communities, and contractors, to identify key areas for enhancement, innovation and improvement.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, combined with a strong understanding of the related policies and trends. Your ability to build relationships and facilitate discussions will be vital in driving forward initiatives that meet NELC’s transport needs while aligning with broader organizational goals. As a Strategic Lead, you will also be responsible for reporting on progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior management, ensuring transparency and accountability throughout the process.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional who is passionate about improvement and is ready to lead transformative projects within NELC.

Key accountabilities

• Lead a multi‑disciplinary group of staff to deliver functions in street works, traffic and road safety and transport.
• Provide leadership and support to ensure a community‑based approach to the delivery of the traffic and transport service, improving elected member and community satisfaction.
• Respond to and report on complex traffic and transport issues and provide expert advice and guidance on what traffic and transport improvements can be achieved within budgetary, best practice and legislative constraints.
• Provide a local community focus for all traffic and transport activity, identifying, prioritising and commissioning delivery to ensure contract compliance, quality and value for money.
• Develop strategic relationships with a wide range of partners. Working collaboratively with key stakeholders (internal and external), to develop strong and effective relationships and deliver desired outcomes.
• Maximising business opportunities through convincing business cases, showing value for money and efficiency savings and supporting teams to deliver.

Key requirements

• Excellent Knowledge of traffic and transport related legislation, delivery, and best practice.
• Significant experience within a local transport authority or similar setting, with a comprehensive understanding of local transport governance, regulations, and operations.
• Management professional qualification or significant experience.
• Member of professional body (IHE/ ICE/ IHT etc).
• Minimum of level 6 qualification (or equivalent experience) in a technical appropriate subject, with demonstrable experience to post qualifying level.
• Proven record of developing innovative solutions to address net zero, including strategies for decarbonisation and sustainable transport.
• Experience of developing, presenting and implementing transport strategies.
• Proven track record of providing strategic leadership and direction, with a demonstrable ability to build, develop and inspire high‑performing teams.

How to Apply

Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.

Submit your CV in Word format.

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