Highways Project Manager

Location: County Hall, High Street, Newport, PO30 1UD

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 6+ Months

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 36.94 Per Hour

Job Ref: OR17945

Job Responsibilities

Visit Isle of Wight twice a month; own transport is helpful.

Support the Service Director and Strategic Manager in delivering travel, transport, and highway infrastructure projects.

Manage work packages using strong project management methods.

Engage and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the local community.

Maintain clear communication channels for projects.

Role 1: Focus on DfT Safer Roads scheme, Active travel schemes, and Pedestrian Improvements.

Role 2: Focus on Surface Water Drainage Schemes and landslip area schemes in South Wight.

Establish project governance and prepare documentation for boards and committees.

Facilitate partnership working with communities and stakeholders.

Identify and manage stakeholders, ensuring regular engagement.

Commission professional services and developer contracts as needed.

Make delivery decisions, manage risks, and guide strategic decision-makers.

Oversee projects from start to finish, managing plans, delivery, and budgets.

Ensure quality and integrity of projects within the highways capital program.

Provide technical expertise in development financing and delivery.

Person Specifications

Must Have:

Experience in project management.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Technical knowledge in development financing and delivery.

Nice to Have:

Own transport for travel to Isle of Wight.

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