Assistant Director of Transport Projects – Sheffield
Full Time South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority in Assistant Director Shortlist Email JobJob Description
- Hours: 37 hours
- Contract: Permanent
- Salary: £70,959 – £78,605 (pending pay award)
- Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working or Onsite)
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield and to serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the MCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver recovery and renewal for people, businesses and places across South Yorkshire.
Please note that SYMCA follows a structured salary grading system for all roles, and the offered salary for each post will be at the starting point within the specified grade. We value the skills and experience of potential candidates, and there will be opportunities for salary enhancements as you grow within South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is currently in the process of reviewing its terms and conditions of employment including pay and grading. As part of this project, the post advertised may be subject to changes in the near future. All changes and any impact on individual posts will be discussed further should you be successfully appointed to the position you have applied for.
*Please note, applications must be accompanied by a detailed cover letter to outline your suitability for the role.
Interviews are expected to take place towards the end of January 2025.
Key Responsibilities
As Assistant Director of Transport Projects you will develop and lead the strategic objectives of a multi-disciplinary specialist team. You will be responsible for driving forward the development and delivery of strategic schemes across a complex and high-profile portfolio of multi-million pound major transport and infrastructure related projects of £500m+.
You will provide strategic advice to the Director and Leadership Team, demonstrating measurable progress against delivery targets. You’ll work on horizons of five year+ funding settlements with Transport Policy and Strategy colleagues to support the development of a pipeline of transport schemes, aligning funding from partners to add value to the portfolio outcomes.
In line with the objectives set in the corporate plan and the directorate business plan and will be responsible for shaping the delivery of your team’s objectives. You will proactively pre-empt emerging issues, manage and mitigate risks and maximise opportunities, leading business case development for transport schemes supporting good growth, through to Full Business Case and into delivery.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
You will have extensive knowledge of project and business case standards and delivery processes, with significant experience in managing multi-million-pound projects. A thorough understanding of governance in local government MCAs, coupled with sound financial and commercial awareness is essential.
You’ll have a proven ability to resolve complex problems, analyse and interpret complex information and present data to drive decision making at all levels within an organisation. You’ll also have extensive experience in development, negotiation and agreement of complex contractual agreements and arrangements with stakeholders and partners managing internal and external resources.
You will need exceptional communication skills with the proven ability to strongly lead, influence and challenge with experience of successfully leading and motivating teams to achieve their maximum potential.
Benefits
All colleagues have access to a local Government Pension Scheme and the chance to be part of an organisation where you can really make a difference. Located in Sheffield City Centre, we are well-placed for transport links and encourage employees to take advantage of the active travel facilities. Work/life balance is extremely important to us here at SYMCA with our recognised family/friendly policies, genuine work flexibility, recognition, and shared success.
In addition to the above, some of benefits include –
Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – The ability to purchase up to a further 15 days per year in additional to your normal annual leave
Hybrid working – Our offices are a space where we come together and collaborate. Most of our roles are offered on a hybrid basis with the exception of some support roles being onsite full time.
Rewarding You – Reducing everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more with Reward Gateway!
Training on the job – Support with upskilling skills through on the job training and qualifications
Holiday – Up to 36 days annual leave (depending on length of service). Pro-rata for part time colleagues.
Diversity at South Yorkshire Combined Mayoral Authority
Our workforce is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
About South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) brings together the local authorities of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield and to serve the communities and businesses of South Yorkshire. From transport to housing, from business growth to skills, the SYMCA has a great story to tell. We have ambitions to deliver recovery and renewal for people, businesses and places across South Yorkshire.
In recent years significant funding has been secured through the Transforming Cities Fund and a devolution deal, and further funding has recently been secured through the region’s City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement. As result we have a large and growing capital programme to deliver in support of the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Mayor’s 2040 vision for transport. Join our workforce of talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions.
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is currently in the process of reviewing its terms and conditions of employment including pay and grading. As part of this project, the post advertised may be subject to changes in the near future. All changes and any impact on individual posts will be discussed further should you be successfully appointed to the position you have applied for.
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