BSIP Programme Manager

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Job Description

Salary: band 14 £64,473 - £70,834 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term until 31 March 2026

About the programme

The National Bus Strategy for England (NBS) was published in March 2021. It sets out an ambitious vision and a comprehensive strategy to transform the quality of bus services in England outside London, making them more attractive, convenient, good value and popular for all to use. Although much has happened since then, it remains the primary statement of the Government's policy on buses.

Locally driven change is central to delivery of the NBS, through new forms of partnership between the 80 Local Transport Authorities (LTAs) in England outside London, bus operators and local stakeholders. In the NBS, the statutory framework for delivery of the strategy through partnership is provided by the Bus Services Act 2017 and the key document setting out the vision, objectives and delivery plans of LTAs and their partners at the local level is the Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP).

The attractiveness of the bus network and its efficiency are directly linked to the ability of the network to operate reliably and offer journey times competitive to private transport. Investment in the bus network is a pre-requisite for growth in bus travel. Improving the passenger experience by making it more convenient and more comfortable is seen as a key factor in improving attractiveness.

The programme is quite unique in that it is the largest externally funded highways programme in the city council, delivering revenue and capital projects both on the highway and also roadside infrastructure existing services and service enhancements.

Your new role

As the Programme Manager you will be responsible for the coordination, management and successful delivery of the multiple projects that are constituent parts of the BSIP Programme. Working closely with members of the BSIP team you will establish work streams, resource needs and financial requirements. You will help to develop a strategy for success and map out activities, initiate work streams, monitor and report progress concentrating on:

• Developing and maintaining the capital programme from PIDS and latest PM docs etc.
• Highlighting programme issues through the BSIP Programme Board & Transport Delivery Steering Group, including delays, constraints, conflicts etc.
• Reporting to external funders - e.g. DfT on M&E, KPIs etc;
• Ensuring main key issues and risks are identified, managed and reported.

You will have overall responsibility for ensuring the projects deliver to scope, within budget and on time.

Please see the full job profile to understand fully what the role involves.

What you'll need to succeed

We are looking to appoint a high calibre Programme Manager with proven experience in the successful delivery of major transformations. You will be trained in Project / Programme Management Methodology (PRINCE 2, PMP, RMP, APM, MSP or other) with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage financial reporting. You will also be proficient in using MS Project, or similar planning tools.

This role requires an individual with a vision who sets very high-performance standards and consistently achieves them. You will have good communication skills and be a proven leader. You will be customer focused and be prepared to improve the journey for both stakeholders and customers alike.

We take pride in our work by valuing others, focusing on what's important so that we make a real and positive difference for the Council as a whole. Our values are outlined in our Ways of Working and our Guiding Principles and if they reflect how you are and how you work then this could be the role that meets your expectations.

Very importantly PCC is looking for someone who shares our values around Respect, Integrity, Inclusivity, Diversity and Collaboration. We put people first and ensure our customers are at the heart of everything we do.

To learn more about us click the link!

Join our transport team - Careers Portal (portsmouth.gov.uk)

What you'll get in return

We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society.

We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potential with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards:

• A generous pension scheme which allows you the opportunity to pay in more for that greater return.
• 27 days annual leave rising to 31 days after 5 years service plus bank holidays, pro rata for part time with the potential to purchase additional leave.
• A wide range of discounts via our reward portal including offering discounts at popular high street retailers
• Free Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing support
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Business travel support and initiatives, including bike loans
• Hybrid working (depending on business needs) and flexible working options for a better work/life balance.

Please check out the link here to view the benefits of working with us!

https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-for-the-council/

What next

To make sure your application is above the rest, please download the Job Profile HERE to ensure your application matches the requirements of the role.

When completing your application please upload a cover letter covering the 'Who is the Person' points on the job profile giving examples of your experience and any transferrable skills.

We look forward to speaking with you soon.

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

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