Head of Highways

2 months ago


Swindon, United Kingdom Critical Project Resourcing Ltd Full time

Interim Head of Strategic Highways and Transport
Location: Swindon/Hybrid Working
Salary: £550 per day umbrella

We are seeking a Interim Head of Strategic Highways and Transport for a local authority in Swindon. In this pivotal role, you will lead, plan, and be responsible for the Highways and Transport department, ensuring it supports and underpins the successful delivery of corporate priorities and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead, plan, and be responsible for the Highways and Transport department, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
  • Drive continuous improvements in all aspects of the service, overseeing the planning and implementation of enhancements that positively impact the professional service and Council.
  • Develop and deliver the highways capital programme and major projects, including oversight and programme management of large-scale initiatives to achieve agreed outcomes and maintain sound financial management practices.
Roles Managed:
  • Public Transport & Low Carbon Strategy
  • Traffic Management and Transport Policy
  • Highway Project Delivery
  • Highway Design
  • Transport Development Management
  • Highway Asset Management
  • Professional Services Contracts
  • Day-to-day running of various professional services, including contracts and construction projects
  • Detailed budget monitoring
  • Staff performance management
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in a leadership role within Highways and Transport, with a track record of delivering results and driving improvements.
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to oversee large programmes of work and manage budgets effectively.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with the capacity to collaborate across departments and engage with diverse audiences.

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