Job Description

• The Principal Project Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the corridor scheme, ensuring it progresses to time, budget, and quality standards. The role includes:
• Leading the delivery of work packages from design through to construction
• Managing stakeholder relationships, including elected members, contractors, and consultants
• Overseeing procurement, land arrangements, and statutory processes
• Ensuring effective reporting, risk management, and issue resolution
• Supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) with programme assurance and governance, * Project Delivery: Manage the delivery of the corridor scheme, including planning and design issue resolution, and on-site implementation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Lead communications and consultations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and resolve risks and issues to maintain programme integrity.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor budgets, approve purchase orders, and ensure value for money.
• Reporting: Produce dashboards, reports, and programme updates for senior leadership and Mayoral Combined Authority.
• Design & Procurement: Manage design assurance/resolution meetings, contractor involvement, and utility coordination.
• Governance: Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal governance processes.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale transport infrastructure projects * Strong understanding of project management methodologies (APM Level D or equivalent) * Experience working with local authorities and political stakeholders * Ability to manage multi-agency delivery and resolve complex issues * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Local knowledge of South Gloucestershire network and ability to attend site/offices

Skills Required