Sustainable Transport Infrastructure Technical Assurance Manager

Scottish Government; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Scotland is seeking a qualified individual to lead sustainable transport programs, including the Active Travel Infrastructure and Bus Infrastructure Funds. This role requires a Chartered Engineer or Chartered Transport Planning Professional with strong project management skills and experience in transport planning. The position offers a £7862 pay supplement and the opportunity to make a significant impact on sustainable travel initiatives.

Benefits

Pay supplement of £7862

Flexible and hybrid working options

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Must be a Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Chartered Transport Planning Professional (CTPP).
• Must hold a suitable degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent degree.
• Registered with the Engineering Council or relevant institution.

Responsibilities

• Manage grants and oversee the delivery of transport projects.
• Maintain project plans for sustainable travel infrastructure.
• Support interactive mapping of active travel networks.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Technical skills in transport planning

Organizational skills

Education

Chartered Engineer or Chartered Transport Planning Professional

Job description

Description

In order to prepare for the increased investment in active travel, we have undertaken a review of the delivery model for active travel. In 2024-25 we launched the Active Travel Infrastructure Fund. We are also leading on the Bus Infrastructure Fund also launched this year. Both these funds require Transport Scotland to scrutinise proposals for delivery and strategic impact, award funding and monitor delivery.

As post holder you will be working in a dynamic and rapidly developing area with a strong Ministerial, public and media focus. This role demands a dynamic individual with an understanding of transport planning, design, and a passion for promoting sustainable transportation options. You will be responsible for leading the appraisal, design, management, and delivery of sustainable transport programmes, including the Active Travel Infrastructure Fund and Bus Infrastructure Fund. This role requires a technical background in engineering/transport planning, effective project management skills, and the ability to lead, manage and develop a team.

The ideal candidate will ensure project deliverables are achieved on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, driving innovation, whilst also providing comprehensive reporting and stakeholder engagement.

The role will report to the Sustainable Transport Technical Team Lead.

Transport Professional Pay Supplement

This post attracts a £7862 pay supplement (pro rata). Pay supplements are temporary payments designed to address recruitment and retention issues caused by market pressures and are subject to regular review.

Responsibilities

• Manage grants, supervise and provide guidance to external stakeholders during the feasibility, design and construction of sustainable travel projects. Oversee the delivery of active travel and bus infrastructure programme/projects to ensure project deliverables are on time, within budget and in compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan for sustainable travel infrastructure projects (appraisal, design, construction and monitoring & evaluation), considering factors such as budget, forecasts, timescales, expenditure, change control, programme/project risk rating. Providing regular programme and other project reports to internal stakeholders, including senior management.
• Support the development of an interactive map of an active travel network that helps in identifying gaps in the active travel network for future investment. This requires liaising with a range of external and internal stakeholders, delivery partners and third-party organisations.
• Procure services (e.g. technical consultancy commissions) and support the management of technical consultants and internal procurement procedures as necessary.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including Local Authorities, Regional Transport Partnerships and National Park Authorities to gather feedback on the Active Travel Transformation Programme and Bus Infrastructure Fund, including capacity and capability, and build support for future active and sustainable travel initiatives.
• Preparation of correspondence and briefing to Ministers, ensuring that this is in line with official guidelines and held to the highest standard. The post will assist the Sustainable Transport Programmes Team Leads on direct liaison with Ministers and senior management, and attend engagements where necessary.
• Provide Line Management to Graduate Civil Engineering/Transport Planners and Support Officers and support their development as required.

Qualifications

It is an essential requirement of the post that you are a Chartered Engineer (CEng) or are a Chartered Transport Planning Professional (CTPP). For CEng you must hold a suitable degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent degree related to the profession. For CTPP you will either hold an approved Masters degree in Transport Planning or demonstrate that you have achieved the equivalent level of knowledge.

You must also be a member of an appropriate professional body.

For Chartered Engineers you must be registered with the Engineering Council. For Chartered Transport Planning Professionals you must hold the CTPP qualification and be registered as a Chartered Transport Planning Professional with a relevant institution.

Please make reference to these qualifications in your CV or Supporting Statement. Evidence of these will be requested to be provided before you are invited to interview.

Success Profile

Success profiles are specific to each job and they include the mix of skills, experience and behaviours candidates will be assessed on.

Experience

1. You must be able to demonstrate strong Project Management, Financial Management and Technical skills/ability in relation to sustainable transport projects/programmes.
2. Excellent organisational and action planning skills.
3. The ability to formulate and evaluate financial information and supporting processes with an awareness of Scottish Government financial reporting and budget management.

Behaviours

• Making Effective Decisions – Level 3
• Communicating and Influencing – Level 3
• Working Together – Level 3

You can find out more about Success Profiles here: Success profiles: candidate guide - gov.scot.

How to apply

Apply online, providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 1500 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the skills, experience and behaviours listed in the Success Profile above.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.

If invited for further assessment, this will consist of an interview and presentation.

Assessments are scheduled for w/c 19th January 2026 however this may be subject to change.

About us

Transport Scotland is the national transport agency, seeking to deliver a safe, efficient, cost-effective and sustainable transport system for the benefit of the people of Scotland. Transport Scotland is accountable to Parliament and the public through Scottish Ministers, with a budget of over £4 billion per year. Transport is a vital feature of the Scottish Government's focus on increasing sustainable economic growth, and transport investments and policies have major impacts on the economy, people, and the environment.

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. We have responsibility for a wide range of key policy areas including: education, health, the economy, justice, housing and transport. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles.

Our staff are part of the UK Civil Service, working for Ministers and senior stakeholders to deliver vital public services which improve the lives of the people of Scotland.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer.

As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules.

Working Pattern

Our standard hours are 35 hours per week. We offer a range of flexible and hybrid working options depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.

You will require to be office based twice per week.

Security checks

Successful candidates must complete the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), before they can be appointed. BPSS is comprised of four main pre-employment checks – Identity, Right to work, Employment History and a Criminal Record check (unspent convictions).

You can find out more about BPSS on the UK Government website, or read about the different levels of security checks in our Candidate Guide.

Equality Statement

We are committed to equality and inclusion and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.

Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Further information

For further information on this vacancy please contact Amy Phillips by email at [e-mail].

Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website.

Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.

Apply Before

Apply Before: 21st December 2025 (23:59)