Engineering Project Manager (Transport)
Do you see yourself delivering projects that improve communities and make travel safer for everyone?
Can you use your experience to lead complex highways projects from concept through to delivery?
Does the idea of joining a collaborative and ambitious team that shapes the future of local infrastructure excite you?
If yes, we have the perfect role for you!
Our Highways and Transportation Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Engineering Project Manager to join our amazing team and help make a difference today.
About the Role:
As an Engineering Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of a diverse programme of highways capital projects, managing schemes from inception to completion. You will oversee feasibility studies, community engagement, preliminary design development, approvals, project governance, and financial management to ensure successful project outcomes.
Working across a portfolio of projects valued up to £5 million, you will collaborate with internal teams, consultants, contractors, stakeholders, and elected members to deliver high-quality infrastructure improvements that support the council's strategic objectives and benefit local communities.
About You:
We are looking for an experienced and motivated professional who can successfully manage multiple projects while building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will be a confident communicator, a proactive problem solver, and committed to delivering excellent outcomes.
You will have:
- Experience in project management, ideally within highways, transport, engineering, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong financial and budget management skills, including monitoring expenditure and managing funding requirements.
- Experience leading project development, feasibility work, design coordination, and procurement activities.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and consultation skills, with the ability to work effectively with communities, partners, and elected members.
- Experience preparing reports, committee papers, business cases, and presentations for senior leaders.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a large and varied workload.
- Knowledge of project governance, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
- The ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate staff, consultants, and commissioned resources
- A commitment to collaborative working and continuous improvement
About the Team:
Our team is responsible for delivering a wide range of highways and infrastructure improvements that enhance connectivity, safety, accessibility, and sustainability across the borough. We are a supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional excellence.
You'll have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, develop your expertise, and make a meaningful impact on local communities. We are committed to supporting professional development and providing opportunities for growth within a dynamic and rewarding environment.
For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Clement Agyei-Frempong at clement.agyei-frempong@southwark.gov.uk
Additional Information:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, transport,
project management or a related discipline, or substantial
relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications - Hours of work: 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday
- Type of contract: Permanent
Benefits and more information:
https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Recruitment Timeline:
Advert close date: 11:59pm on Tuesday 11th August 2026.
Shortlisting date: to be confirmed.
Interview date: to be confirmed.
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises, and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
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Salary range
- £45,852 - £53,319 per year