Technical Programme Manager / Programme Coordinator

Programme Coordinator Transport Analytics & Modelling Manchester (Hybrid)

48k - 60k + Local Government Pension + Flexi Time + Excellent Holiday Allowance

A unique organisation responsible for shaping the future of transport across the North of England is looking for a Programme Coordinator to join their Transport Appraisal, Modelling & Economics team.

This is an opportunity to work at the centre of major transport investment decisions, coordinating programmes that influence infrastructure planning, economic growth and sustainable transport strategies across the region.

Why this role?

You'll play a key role in delivering complex analytical and modelling programmes that support transport planning across the North.

Working alongside economists, analysts, transport modellers and senior stakeholders, you'll coordinate multiple interdependent projects, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget and to a high standard.

The outputs of these programmes directly support business cases, investment decisions and long-term transport strategies that impact millions of people.

This role would suit someone who enjoys bringing together technical specialists, managing competing priorities and ensuring large-scale projects move forward effectively.

What you'll be doing

Coordinate the delivery of multiple analytical, modelling and appraisal projects

Manage project plans, budgets, risks, dependencies and governance activities

Work closely with technical teams delivering modelling, data and economic analysis

Manage external suppliers and consultancy partners

Support procurement and commissioning activities

Build strong relationships with local authorities, delivery partners and senior stakeholders

Provide programme reporting and performance updates to leadership teams

What they're looking for

Previous experience coordinating or managing complex programmes or projects

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Experience managing budgets, forecasts, risks and project governance

Commercial awareness and exposure to supplier or contract management

Ability to work alongside technical teams and understand analytical outputs

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Particularly relevant backgrounds

Programme Management

Project Management

PMO

Infrastructure Delivery

Transport Planning

Engineering Consultancy

Data & Analytics Programme Delivery

Public Sector Transformation

Working Arrangements

Hybrid working based in Manchester city centre

Flexible working arrangements available

Flexi Time Scheme allowing accrual of up to 18 additional days leave per year

Benefits

Salary between 47,742 and 60,717

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexi Time Scheme

Salary sacrifice benefits

Travel pass scheme

Excellent work-life balance

Interested?

This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation delivering projects that have a genuine impact on the future of transport, connectivity and economic growth across the North of England.

Apply now or contact Stuart Manderson at Cathcart Technology for more information.

Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.