Transport Pipeline and Investment Manager

Job Introduction

We’re looking for an exceptional Transport Manager who is passionate about driving transformational transport investment, shaping regional growth, and delivering long-term economic and social impact across the West of England.

The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is seeking to appoint a Pipeline and Investment Manager to join the Transport team, where your key responsibilties will be to deliver the Mayor’s priorities by:

• Manage staff and contractors to develop and maintain a £multi-million transport investment pipeline
• Manage the progression of investment proposals from early concept through feasibility, business case development and delivery planning
• Develop investment-ready business cases and funding proposals allowing WECA to meet it's strategic priorities
• Utilise transport modelling tools to assess the impact of infrastructure investments
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders and more.

What you’ll be doing

You will managing the development and delivery of a high-value, integrated transport investment pipeline, using data-driven insight, strategic partnerships, and a strong focus on prioritisation and continuous improvement to maximise funding and regional impact.

What you’ll bring

Success in this role relies on exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation skills and a passion for data. You will manage the development and maintenance of the MCA’s strategic transport investment pipeline, identifying funding opportunities, prioritising investment proposals and supporting the delivery of transport outcomes across the West of England. Reporting to the Head of Investments and Pipeline, you will manage a £multi-million transport investment pipeline, ensuring proposals are evidence-based, aligned with strategic priorities and supported by robust business cases.

You will work closely with government departments, transport bodies, local authorities and delivery partners, building effective relationships to enable successful investment outcomes. Using strong analytical skills and innovative thinking, you will identify opportunities, improve processes and help develop high-quality investment proposals, ensuring WECA’s transport plans are deliverable, well-evidenced and aligned with available funding opportunities to achieve planned benefits and outcomes.

Why choose us?

A unique opportunity to shape and lead a high-value transport investment pipeline, influencing decisions at regional and national level.
Work at scale, unlocking funding and delivering transformational infrastructure that drives economic growth and improves lives.
Lead with autonomy in an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation where innovation, impact and fresh thinking are genuinely valued.

If you have an entrepreneurial spirit with excellent leadership skills, this is the job for you.

Find out more

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply so you can tell us why you'd be a great fit.

More information is in the job description but if you have any questions about the role or would like to have an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact the Resourcing Team: resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk

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:

• 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.
• 2 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).

• 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
• 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 £56,963- £62,282. 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.

Fair and Inclusive Recruitment

We want everyone to have a fair opportunity to work with us. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, accessible and free from unlawful discrimination, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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 Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.

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 Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. 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.