Job Description

Do you have experience in delivering projects? Do you want to help improve the lives of people in Tees Valley? Come and join our growing Tees Valley Combined Authority (TVCA) Transport Team at a really exciting time.

We are looking to recruit to a number of Transport Projects Delivery Officer roles to support the delivery of our Strategic Transport Plan and help us to deliver the projects set out in our 310m City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement programme, and 978m Transport for City Regions programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in delivering a wide range of different projects including managing:

the development and delivery of projects to increase capacity on the rail network and make improvements at rail stations, the design, development and construction of several schemes to introduce cycle lanes and improve the public realm for those walking and wheeling, and many other different projects.
The successful candidate will work within a team of Project Managers and specialist consultants to support the successful development and delivery of our portfolio of projects, working closely with the Tees Valley partner local authorities and other local delivery partners / businesses.

You don't have to have experience of delivering transport projects. We are looking for candidates with a strong desire to succeed, who are able to work collaboratively to focus on achieving the required outcomes.

Your excellent communication and influencing skills will enable you to engage with different audiences and build relationships across a wide variety of stakeholders.

You will have experience of working on projects, preferably within a political environment, and be able to use those skills to support our programme of work

Duties & Responsibilities

To oversee the delivery of projects contained within the Integrated Transport Programme, including the 310m City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement, and other funded programmes. To ensure that transport projects are delivered in accordance with the Combined Authority's Assurance Framework and government requirements. To work closely with the Tees Valley local authorities and other local delivery partners in the delivery of projects. To work collaboratively with local and national transport related stakeholders to enable the Combined Authority to deliver its priorities. To work collaboratively with other teams in the Combined Authority so that there is a joined-up approach that maximises impact. To support the preparation of high-quality business cases, committee reports and briefing notes for a range of audiences, including senior managers, politicians & partners. To contribute to the identification and effective management of risks associated with the delivery of projects. To be responsible for managing project budgets and ensuring value for money. Undertake any other duties that may be deemed reasonable and necessary to meet the duties and responsibilities of the post and undertake any training that is identified as being required to achieve this. To take reasonable care of your own Health and Safety and co-operate with management, so far as is necessary, to enable compliance with the health and safety rules and legislative requirements. Work flexibly and undertake such other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grading and nature of the post. Ensure compliance with Corporate Governance procedures, procurement regulations and the Data Protection Act and behave according to the Employees' Code of Conduct.
The successful candidate will be able to work collaboratively to focus on achieving the required outcomes.

Your excellent communication and influencing skills will enable you to engage with different audiences and build relationships across a wide variety of stakeholders.

You will have experience of developing and delivering projects, preferably within a political environment, and be able to use those skills to deliver our programme of work.

To have an informal discussion on the role please contact:

Emily Campbell, Senior Transport Delivery Manager by email

emily.campbell@teesvalley-ca.gov.uk or phone call 07384459271

or

Simon Mills, Senior Transport Development Manager by email

simon.mills@teesvalley-ca.gov.uk or phone call 07901223734

Our Benefits

Hybrid/Flexible working

27 Days annual leave, increasing to 32 days after 5 years service

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Free Parking

On Site Cafe with staff Discount & more!

TVCA is proud to hold Disability Confident Leader status, with constantly developing initiatives to become a lead in best practice. Applicants who consider themselves to have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for any role will be offered an interview, with reasonable adjustments if required. If you need a different format of application for the role, please email TVCAHR@teesvalley-ca.gov.uk or call 0734 1476 372.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we are committed to supporting veterans find and secure employment opportunities. This includes a guaranteed interview to those who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Please note, you should hear from us within four weeks of the closing date if you are shortlisted for interview, otherwise you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,476.00-42,708.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Darlington DL2 1NJ

Reference ID: T119