Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term - 24 months Salary: £55,949 - £59,907 Location: Sheffield (This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office) Are you ready to shape the future of public transport for young people in South Yorkshire? We are looking for an experienced Principal Project Manager to lead the development and delivery of a brand-new travel pass scheme for young people as part of the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority’s (SYMCA) vision for a more accessible and connected transport network.

Requirements

, and regional priorities. This is an exciting time to join the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) as we deliver a transformational programme of transport investment across the region including: Bus Franchising – Transforming how buses operate across the region. Transport Capital Programme – Delivering new and improved infrastructure including park & ride, mobility hubs, EV fleets, and more.

Supertram Renewals – Upgrading tracks, fleets, depots, and passenger facilities. This Principal Project Manager role will focus on the delivery of an ambitious project delivering a young persons’ travel pass scheme, offering an opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, and make a tangible impact on the future of transport for young people in South Yorkshire. You will be at the heart of an ambitious project that supports sustainable travel and accessibility while working within a forward-thinking and collaborative team.

If you’re passionate about delivering meaningful transport solutions and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help shape the future of travel in South Yorkshire. Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter to detail how you meet the criteria as detailed within the role profile.

(please see role profile attached). Please note, all applications should be made directly via our careers portal . In person interviews will be held on Wednesday 26th August.

As a Principal Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering this ambitious project from inception to completion. You will be responsible for ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

and governance frameworks. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced project management professional with a successful track record of delivering complex projects within a large organisation, ideally within transport, infrastructure, or related environment. You will have strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple organisations and disciplines.

You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, solving complex problems and providing clear, evidence-based advice to senior decision-makers.

Benefits

You will oversee all aspects of project delivery, including project planning, governance, business case development, procurement, contract management, risk management and reporting.

Most importantly, you will be passionate about delivering high-quality projects that make a real difference to communities across South Yorkshire.