Transport for Wales
Senior Programme Manager (0616)
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Senior Programme Manager (0616)
Senior Programme Manager
The Role
The Senior Programme Manager will have a key role in leading one of two portfolios of work, ensuring the successful development, delivery and contract management of the £738m South Wales Metro transformation programme.
Role Responsibilities
- Oversee planning, management and delivery of all programme of works projects, adhering to project lifecycle processes to ensure safe, on-time, cost-effective and high-quality outcomes.
- Provide health and safety governance by identifying and mapping Construction Design Management (CDM) 2015 obligations for all portfolio projects, maintaining full compliance.
- Manage the establishment of an initial project baseline for effective measurement and control, including:
- Project documentation
- Key deliverables
- Delivery strategy
- Resource requirements
- Outputs/measures
- Risk management
- Critical dates and cost information.
- Identify, log and manage all significant risks affecting portfolio delivery, collaborating with the Risk Manager to:
- Allocate risk owners.
- Develop and maintain a Risk Log.
- Pinpoint opportunities within the portfolio, leading best practice promotion and knowledge sharing to optimise outcomes against budget.
- Establish strong relationships with external stakeholders, ensuring:
- Requirements and expectations are clearly documented.
- Alignment of project needs with stakeholder demands.
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Who We’re Looking For
Key Qualifications & Experience
- Demonstrable experience managing multi-disciplinary, multi-million-pound projects, with a focus on:
- Planning and programme execution.
- Contract management.
- Proven ability to manage complex commercial networks with multiple contractors.
- Equivalent experience in civil engineering or related high-value infrastructure sectors.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to:
- Develop, motivate and grow cross-functional teams.
Welsh Language Benefits
While not mandatory, proficiency in Welsh is an asset. Transport for Wales actively supports:
- Online learning.
- Classroom courses.
- Funding for community-based learning.
Visit TfW’s Welsh Language Policy for more details.
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Who We Are
Transport for Wales is restoring pride in Welsh travel through the T Network—an accessible multi-modal transport system including:
- Trains
- Buses
- Cycling and walking routes
We are redefining industry diversity, fostering an inclusive culture where talent from all backgrounds thrive. Diverse insights drive innovation and smarter decisions.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We proactively build a workforce that reflects Wales’ communities. By embracing differences, we accelerate progress and create better conexions for all.
Next Steps
For further details, refer to the full Job Description or visit our [Annual Report]** undergoes review** to explore our initiatives.
Disability Confident Pledge
- We are a Disability Confident Leader—customising interviews and workplaces to accommodate needs.
- Share adjustments explicitly with our team;
- Open applications supportively, NON-discrimination ensuring.
Apply by [Closing Date], but submit early—this post may close sooner if requirements are met!** ( жилану сигурну ку носи Шквал рутскиле. )
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