Job Introduction
The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is seeking to appoint a Programme Manager - Mass Transit to join the Mass Transit Team. Your key responsibility in this role will be to help deliver the Mayor's ambition for a connected, sustainable and prosperous West of England by driving the development of an ambitious Mass Transit programme that will transform the way people travel across the region.
We're looking for a dynamic, strategic and delivery-focused programme leader who is passionate about shaping the future of public transport and delivering complex infrastructure programmes.
This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in developing a long-term mass transit network that supports economic growth, improves connectivity and creates lasting benefits for communities across the West of England.
This is a critical time in our transformation and growth journey, and you'll be pivotal in helping us achieve our ambitions by:
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Supporting the development and delivery of the West of England's Mass Transit programme.
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Developing robust programme plans, business cases and delivery strategies that support future government investment.
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Ensuring effective governance, risk management and programme controls are in place across a complex portfolio of work.
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Completing high-quality reporting, briefings and presentations for senior leaders, elected members and government stakeholders.
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Providing leadership, coordination and direction across multiple workstreams, partners, consultants and delivery organisations.
What you'll be doing
Are you someone who demonstrates excellent programme management skills, builds trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, and ultimately always focuses on delivering outcomes?
In this role, you will:
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Lead the day-to-day development and coordination of the Mass Transit programme.
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Translate strategic ambitions into practical, achievable delivery plans.
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Manage programme risks, dependencies, issues and opportunities to ensure successful delivery.
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Support governance arrangements, including programme boards and senior decision-making forums.
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Commission and manage external consultants to support programme development.
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Ensure business cases and supporting evidence are robust, aligned to regional priorities and ready for submission to government and funding partners.
What you'll bring
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced programme professional who thrives in a complex, collaborative and politically aware environment.
You'll be a highly organised and proactive leader, with the ability to bring together multiple stakeholders around a shared vision while maintaining a strong focus on delivery.
We're particularly interested in people who:
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Have significant experience managing complex programmes within the public sector or infrastructure environment.
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Can successfully coordinate large multi-workstream programmes involving multiple organisations and partners.
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Have experience working with local authorities, government departments and delivery agencies.
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Possess strong planning, governance, risk management and reporting expertise.
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Can translate strategic objectives into practical and deliverable programmes of work.
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Are confident influencing senior leaders, elected members and government stakeholders.
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Bring strong commercial awareness and an understanding of programme delivery in complex environments.
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Have experience leading, motivating and developing teams.
Why choose us?
This team is at the forefront of one of the most significant transport investment programmes in the region. Joining us means being part of a collaborative and ambitious organisation committed to improving connectivity, supporting economic growth and creating a more sustainable future for the West of England.
You'll have the opportunity to shape a transformative programme from the ground up, work with influential stakeholders across the public and private sectors, and make a lasting impact on how people live, work and travel across the region.
Find out more
If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply so you can tell us why you'd be a great fit.
Find out more about our team and what we here: Transport - West of England Combined Authority
There’s more role-related information is in the job description, but if you have any questions for the recruitment team you can contact us on [email protected]
About The Company
Our offer
We are based in a new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
Alongside the opportunity to make a real difference to the people who visit, live and work in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
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26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service. There is also the option to increase your annual leave with our annual leave purchase scheme.
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2 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
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Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
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Flexible, family friendly and hybrid working options to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We follow a hybrid working model with typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week
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Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England
We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.
The salary for this role is £63,685 - £69,665. This is the full-time equivalent salary, and will be pro-rata for part-time. We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments for external candidates typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
Good Employment Charter
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As a founding Member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and accredited Living Wage Employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse environment where all our employees can thrive. We make sure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and we particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status.
Fair and Inclusive Recruitment
As part of our commitment to fair and inclusive recruitment, we provide interview questions to all shortlisted candidates in advance/on request. This approach helps ensure everyone can demonstrate their skills, knowledge and experience fully, and supports our duties under the Equality Act 2010. You will also be asked follow-up questions during the interview to explore your responses in more detail.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team at
[email protected]. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.
Using Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We want to understand the real person behind each application. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools, these should support your writing rather than replace your own voice. AI can be a helpful aid, but your personal insight and individuality are what matter most to us.
Closing dates
Our roles close at midnight on the closing date. Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don’t wait to apply. If you have started your application, we’ll give you notice of the new closing date by email.
From a recruitment agency?
We’re not engaging with agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.
