Project Manager- Fleet (Franchising)

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.

About the Role

This is a chance to join a talented team to deliver Bus Franchising for the Liverpool City Region as a key foundation for our ambition to have a modern, integrated and publicly controlled public transport system.  

  Bus franchising will give the city region greater control over fares, routes and timetables and allow services to be better integrated with the wider transport system. 

  As Project Manager for Fleet, you will be joining an expert team developing, procuring and operationalising our Fleet - provide the foundation for a safe, affordable and accessible successful franchised network.  

About the person

Working as one of our Project Managers is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in Project Management. Reporting to one of our Programme Managers, you will be empowered to deliver projects on time, to budget and to the right standard.

We’re looking for someone who can influence stakeholders and build relationships, can demonstrate financial awareness and budget management expertise, and can compile and present concise reports to audiences that may range from the political, the professional and the public.

You’ll be highly methodical, understand the lifecycle of project delivery, and be a natural collaborator.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.

• •‍Experience of project or programme delivery in one or more of the following:  Fleet, Public Transport, Logistics, Transport, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

• •‍Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and capable of delivering to short timescales. 

• •‍An understanding of and a personal commitment to the Vision, Priorities and Behaviours of LCR Combined Authority. 
  
  

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• •‍Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• •‍Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• •‍Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• •‍Flexible and hybrid working
• •‍24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• •‍Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• •‍Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• •‍Bike to Work Scheme
• •‍Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Women and gender diverse people are currently underrepresented in many areas of transport, and we’re keen to change that. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of transport, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Currently we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa