Interim Transport & Major Works Manager

Interim Transport & Major Works Manager
Slough Borough Council
500 per day (Umbrella)

Slough Borough Council is seeking an experienced Interim Transport & Major Works Manager to lead the delivery of key transport services and major infrastructure projects across the borough.

Reporting to the Head of Highways, Parking & Transport, you will oversee transport strategy development, major highways schemes, road safety programmes, public transport initiatives, highway structures, street lighting, traffic signals, and Public Rights of Way. You will also lead a team of transport professionals and manage significant capital investment programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of major transport and highways projects.
• Developing and implementing transport strategies, including active travel and road safety initiatives.
• Managing highway structures, street lighting, and traffic signal programmes.
• Overseeing contracts, procurement, budgets, and external stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively with government bodies, transport operators, neighbouring authorities, and local communities.

Candidates should have:

• Significant experience in transport, highways, or infrastructure management within a local authority environment.
• A proven track record of delivering major capital projects.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and contract management skills.
• Experience managing budgets and multidisciplinary teams.

Rate: 500 per day Umbrella
Location: Slough (Hybrid working available, with office attendance as required)
Contract: Interim

For further information or to apply, please get in touch with Natasha Haddon.