Transport Programme Manager

The opportunity and the context

Drive the Future of Transport Across Cambridgeshire & Peterborough!

We’re on a mission to make life better, healthier, and fairer for everyone across our region — and transport is at the heart of it. As our new Transport Programme Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of major transport projects that shape how people connect, travel, and thrive.

From the A10 and A47 upgrades to Cambridge South station and Ely area rail improvements, this is your chance to take the wheel on projects that will define our region’s growth and sustainability.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and oversee an ambitious transport and infrastructure programme from concept to completion.
• Ensure delivery of key milestones — on time, within budget, and with impact.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and governance across multiple high-profile projects.
• Engage confidently with political leaders, stakeholders, and delivery partners.
• Represent the Combined Authority at local, regional, and national levels.

What we're looking for

What You’ll Bring

• Degree-level education (or equivalent experience).
• Professional qualifications like IEng, CEng, TPP, or APM (or working towards).
• Proven experience managing large, complex transport projects — ideally across both road and rail.
• Excellent organisational, stakeholder, and programme assurance skills.
• A forward-thinking, politically aware mindset and the ability to deliver under pressure.

Why Join Us?

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a bold, evolving strategy tackling post-pandemic, climate, and cost-of-living challenges.
• Shape transport solutions that are sustainable, equitable, and future-focused.
• Work with passionate teams and national partners on projects that matter.

How to apply:

The full job description can be found here.

Please send your cv and covering letter to: recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk.

Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Key Dates

• Closing date: Monday 3rd November 2025

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Enquiries

For more information, contact: recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk

Right to work

This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Our Commitment

We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.

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