Our Greenwich Plan sets out our vision for the next 4 years focusing on the changes we collectively want to see in our borough and Council. We want to become a more strategic, efficient and adaptive organisation, to deliver for our communities. Our workforce is key to making this happen.
Royal Greenwich is a borough synonymous with first class modern services. Our vibrant, diverse communities span Greenwich town centre in the west, to Thamesmead in the east, from the Greenwich Peninsula in the north to Eltham in the south. Royal Greenwich has a reputation for combining ambition with delivery. We are on a journey towards a low carbon future and the sustainability agenda will influence all areas of the Council’s work.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the Council’s ambitions for our future transport network, implement high-profile schemes and maintain a strong grip on the delivery of key projects.
To be successful in this post you will be as comfortable with strategy as you are with leading large operations. You will need to bring energy, tenacity and strong communication skills. You will thrive on data and evaluation to evidence and inform delivery and service improvements.
Above all, you’ll be committed to delivering an efficient, well-connected network that our residents love – with a carbon footprint that we can be proud of, as well as delivering the councils Transport Strategy.
About the Role
You will be responsible for leading on and delivering a range of parking design schemes in line with the Councils plans and objectives outlined in the Transport Strategy. This will include the design, consultation, and implementation of new parking controls CPZ’s, sustainable streets, traffic management schemes, low traffic neighbourhoods and School Streets where required.
You will lead on reviewing our existing CPZ’s, implementation of minor schemes. A review and expansion of existing paid for parking provision and car club facilities. This will include project management compliance, management of budgets, working with a wide range of stakeholders and ensuring that schemes are delivered on time. The role also involves review of an investigation of complex complaints, FOI’s and formal enquiries, but also preparation of project briefs, updates, and contract management where relevant.
The role will be contributing directly to the Councils annual budgets setting process and development and delivery of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS).
You will be responsible for working with and maintaining a complex set of external relationships to ensure the Councils objectives can be delivered including [but not limited to], London Councils, The Department for Transport, The Vehicle Certification Agency, Transport for London, The Greater London Assembly.
About You
We’re looking for a highly motivated individual, with excellent project management skills, who is a team player with energy and a strong commitment to probity, honesty, and openness, treating people consistently, fairly and with respect.
Able to understand complex issues relating to local government governance and processes, you’ll be a strategic thinker with the ability to create, lead and deliver innovative solutions. You will have experience in delivering a range of complex parking design projects. You will lead a small team of two and will need to have a detailed understanding of legislation relating to traffic management, road safety and parking schemes.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Craig Gough; craig.gough@royalgreenwich.gov.uk
To apply please click the Apply Now link below.
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