Lead Strategic Development Manager

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom TfGM Full time

About the Role

TfGM is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Strategic Development Manager to lead the development of new lines and extensions for the Greater Manchester rapid transit system.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of around ten permanent staff to develop strategic plans and proposals for new rapid transit lines and extensions, ensuring they are underpinned by sound strategic planning and robust transport business cases.
  • Shape schemes from the initial development stage to the point of handover to delivery teams, ensuring benefits are realised and schemes are delivered to time, cost, and quality.
  • Develop and maintain effective supply chains, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and ensure the service area has the right balance of knowledge, skills, and experience.
  • Drive continuous improvement and embed a positive, supportive team culture that results in high performance.

What You'll Bring

The successful candidate will have a background in scheme development, strategic planning, and project management, with experience in promoting statutory powers and producing compliant business cases.

Key Skills and Experience

  • Proven ability to build productive working relationships with diverse stakeholders and engage them in scheme development.
  • Strong verbal and written presentation skills, able to communicate transport solutions at all levels and across technical and non-technical issues.
  • Experience of day-to-day management and leadership of a team, with a track record of motivational people skills and a commitment to developing the team and individuals.

Our Benefits

  • A competitive 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.
  • A defined benefit pension scheme, including life cover and options to increase pension contributions.
  • Commitment to learning and personal development, with reimbursement of professional fees where essential to the role.


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