Project Manager

Job Title: Pathway to Success (P2S) Project Manager
Location: Manchester (Hybrid – minimum 3 days per week in office)
Contract Type: Fixed Term (until 31 March 2026)
Reports To: Head of PMO
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About the Role
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong PMO expertise and Infrastructure Project Delivery experience to lead the rollout and implementation of the Pathway to Success (P2S) Stage Management Plan process across TfGM's live infrastructure projects.
This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in embedding a new, standardised project management methodology across one of the UK's most ambitious regional transport programmes. The successful candidate will lead the Stage Management Plan rollout across more than 120 live projects, ensuring TfGM continues to deliver infrastructure projects efficiently, consistently, and in line with government best practice.
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About TfGM
Transport for Greater Manchester is the local government body responsible for delivering Greater Manchester's transport strategy and investments, supporting the largest regional economy outside London. Working with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and ten local councils, TfGM ensures that transport infrastructure meets the needs of a growing, thriving city region.
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Key Responsibilities
-Act as Project Manager for the P2S Project, delivering all project management duties in accordance with the Pathway to Success Framework (P2S) and TfGM standards.
-Develop and deliver the Stage Management Plan Implementation Plan across all live infrastructure projects – approximately 74 projects in Stages 0-3 and 50 projects in Stage 4 – by March 2026.
-Support any new projects initiated between November 2025 and March 2026 with the creation and adoption of the Stage Management Plan process.
-Manage project scope, schedule, risk, and cost to ensure successful delivery.
-Produce accurate monthly project reports covering cost, funding, schedule, and risk performance.
-Engage and influence key stakeholders across TfGM, the GMCA, and partner organisations to ensure consistent adoption of the new methodology.
-Report progress, risks, and issues to the Head of PMO and the P2S Governance Group.
-Ensure that all project activities align with TfGM's assurance, governance, and financial control requirements.
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Key Deliverables
-Full implementation of the Stage Management Plan Process across TfGM infrastructure projects by 31 March 2026.
-Support for new projects in adopting and embedding the P2S Framework.
-Progressive and consistent assurance reporting across all projects.
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About You
We're looking for a skilled and motivated Project Manager who thrives in complex environments and can drive change across a large organisation.

Essential Skills & Experience:
-Strong project management background in major infrastructure or transport projects.
-Demonstrable experience working within or developing PMO frameworks and project governance structures.
-Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills at all levels.
-Experience delivering projects in line with HM Treasury's Better Business Case guidance.
-Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
-Strong organisational, time management, and leadership skills.
-Ability to clearly define deliverables, manage risk, and maintain project momentum.

Desirable:
-Experience delivering both built infrastructure and linear transport schemes.
-Experience working with or within local or regional government bodies.
-Familiarity with the Infrastructure & Projects Authority principles and the Construction Playbook