Project Manager (Bus)

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) is the largest of Scotland’s seven Regional Transport Partnerships. As well as running the iconic Glasgow Subway, SPT delivers an extensive range of public transport services including bus stations and subsidised bus services, manages large transport infrastructure projects and is responsible for delivery of a long-term multi-modal transport strategy for the West of Scotland.

About the role

Within the Bus Strategy & Delivery department, focused on the successful and efficient delivery of Bus projects and/or programmes of work, we have a great opportunity to join our Bus Strategy & Delivery team.

Managing all stages of Bus project lifecycle from feasibility to implementation, we are looking for the best talent to delivery on single or multiple projects under the remit of, but not limited to, School Transport, Network Analysis & Design, Bus Development and in relation to the Clyde Metro.

Working collaboratively across SPT, ensuring Bus projects are carried out in accordance with best practice, taking into consideration contract terms and conditions, agency agreements, SPT’s specifications, governance procedures and standing orders.

About you

You will have a degree in a relevant discipline, knowledge of the operational and legal environment of public transport including delivery of projects is desirable, an excellent understanding of risk management practices and procedures as well as best practice project management principles. You will have experience of the project management lifecycle and managing quality and change. You will have experience of providing written and oral reports on major projects, project briefs and working with internal and external stakeholders. You will have strong interpersonal, communication, administration and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. You must also have the ability to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities within strict time constraints.

Full time hours will be 35 hours per week working Monday to Friday. The nature of this role may require you to work outwith normal office hours on occasion to support the operational requirements.

You will be based at 131 St Vincent Street, Glasgow.

Further details of the role and key responsibilities are set out in the job description.

Benefits

Working at SPT comes with many benefits you can look forward to:

• Commitment to your ongoing learning and development
• 33 days Annual and Public Holiday Entitlement
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme – SPT contribute 19.3% of your annualised pay
• Group Life Assurance Cover
• Employee Travel Pass Scheme – a Subway Smartcard to travel on the Glasgow Subway for free
• Discounted Season Rail Tickets – maximum of £300 towards the cost of an annual rail ticket
• Flexible working options
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Childcare Vouchers, Employee Assistant Programme, Long Service Awards, Credit Union

How to Apply?

To apply, please select the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete an online application form. Closing date for applications is 12 February 2023 at 23:59hrs. Previous Applicants need not apply.

SPT is an Equal Opportunities company welcoming applications from a diverse background. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. SPT encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

For applicants with special requirements, or if you have any questions please email quoting the above reference.