Senior Transport Delivery Officer

Senior Transport Delivery Officer

Permanent

Grade C - £35,412 - £44,075

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme

Working 36.5 hours per week

We are seeking a motivated and delivery-focused Senior Transport Project Delivery Officer to join our team. You will play a key role in the successful delivery of transport and public realm projects that improve connectivity, safety, and sustainability across Birmingham. Working as part of a dynamic transport team, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of a range of projects – from early design through to implementation on site.

We are looking for experienced and motivated Senior Transport Delivery Officers to join our Transport Projects team.

In this key role, you will help shape and deliver transport and infrastructure schemes that support the city’s growth and connectivity. Working across a diverse portfolio, you’ll manage projects from concept through to delivery—ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

• Lead and manage the development, design, and delivery of transport projects
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring quality, cost, programme, and risk controls are maintained
• Prepare and manage business cases, project documentation, and contract arrangements
• Monitor and report on project finances and performance
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, developers, and external partners
• Develop and review scheme designs and transport assessments
• Plan and deliver public and stakeholder consultation activities
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, CDM regulations, and governance processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement and professional development

You will bring a strong blend of technical expertise, project management capability, and stakeholder engagement skills
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• Proven experience delivering transport and infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle management (cost, programme, risk)
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical designs and assessments
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Designer responsibilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• High level of attention to detail and report writing ability
• Confident working with a wide range of stakeholders
• Commitment to equality, safety, and customer-focused services

• Opportunity to work on high-impact transport projects across Birmingham
• A supportive environment with a strong focus on professional development
• Flexible working and a commitment to work-life balance
• The chance to be part of a team shaping the future of the city’s transport network

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.