Strategic Development Manager for Rapid Transit

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom TfGM Full time

About TfGM

Rapid Transit Development is a service area within TfGM's Transport Strategy Directorate, leading on the early-stage development of rapid transit projects and programmes on behalf of Greater Manchester.

This role is a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the residents, businesses, and visitors who use Greater Manchester's rapid transit system on a daily basis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure schemes are underpinned by sound strategic planning and have robust transport business cases including suitable designs, relevant approvals & consents, sufficient funding & financing, and appropriate commercial & management arrangements.
  • Shape schemes up to a point of handover to delivery teams for execution to time, cost, and quality and sponsor them through to ensure benefits are realised.
  • Develop and maintain an effective supply chain.
  • Build strong and effective relationships to secure necessary input and support for schemes.
  • Drive continuous improvement and embed a positive, supportive team culture that results in high performance.

Requirements

  • A background in scheme development toward the front end of the project management lifecycle such as Strategic Planning / Study stage, Strategic Outline Business Case / Feasibility stage, and Outline Business Case / Concept stage.
  • The ability to shape rapid transit proposals that are robust value for money.
  • Experience of the promotion of statutory powers and the production of compliant business cases including the procurement, management, and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams.

What We Offer

  • A salary of £69,312 - £78,011 per annum depending on skills and experience.
  • 28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays).
  • Flexible and hybrid working options to promote and support a good work/life balance.
  • Free bus, rail, or Metrolink travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary.
  • Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme.
  • Commitment to learning and personal development.

About You

  • A leader who will inspire their team with clear thinking, courage, and kindness.
  • The ability to communicate transport solutions at all levels, working across technical and non-technical issues.


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