Please note this is a 12 month fixed term contract 

The Role

The Project Sponsor is the project lead for delivery and will engage with clients, operations and implementation teams to enable successful delivery of transport enhancement schemes into operation on behalf of Transport for Wales (TfW).

Role responsibilities

• Act as the client representative, and informed point of contact for commercial and operational matters relating to the delivery of transport enhancement schemes by monitoring, partnering and communicating with project delivery teams for effective delivery.
• Track the alignment of the scheme against the programme business case by working across a portfolio of projects to mitigate project risks and ensure effective interface between schemes.
• Planning delivery of a project to its completion date by reviewing timelines months in advance to understand the potential challenges, for effective programme management.
• Deliver the transport projects by coordinating internal and external stakeholders and their requirements whilst maintaining services to our customer.

Who we're looking for

• Previous experience in project management with an understanding of project lifecycles.
• Experience of managing stakeholders, with the ability to communicate challenges and potential solutions.
• Demonstrable experience of planning, prioritising and consistently delivering work to a high standard and by the required deadline.
• Experience of leading and managing investment schemes.

Welsh Language Skills

While not essential for this role, Welsh language skills would make a great addition to your application.

TfW support anyone who wants to learn Welsh or improve their skills. We offer online learning, classroom courses and funding attendance at local community courses.

Equal Opportunities

We're changing the way the transport industry looks. By celebrating and embracing differences, we're building a workforce that represents Wales. We need talented people from all backgrounds and cultures to bring their perspectives and experiences. Diverse teams make better decisions and drive innovation. Join us in transforming the way Wales travels."

Who we are 

Transport for Wales is changing the way Wales travels, making sustainable transport the first choice. We're building a multimodal integrated transport network called the T Network, making it easier for people to travel by train, bus, walking, wheeling and cycling.

Next steps

See attached Job Description for further details and how to apply. If you want to find out more about what we're doing in Wales, see our Annual Report.

We're a Disability Confident Leader. Let us know about  any reasonable adjustments you may need in the recruitment process and as part of the role if you are successful.

This advert will close at 23:59 on the day of the application closing date stated above. However, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

Note that you must hold the permanent right to work in the UK. We are not currently able to provide sponsorship.**