Job Title: Interim Head of Highways and Transportation
Location: Wiltshire
Contract Type: Interim, 6 months initially
Salary: Circa £77 per hour/£575 per day Inside IR35
Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Highways and Transportation to lead and strategically manage all aspects of the Highways and Transportation portfolio on behalf of a local authority client. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this is a pivotal role where you will oversee the delivery of essential services and ensure they align with the Council’s vision and priorities.
You will manage a diverse range of operations, including Highways Asset Management, maintenance, Traffic Management, Transportation, and parking services. With a strong focus on innovation, customer service, and compliance, you will lead a team of professionals to deliver high-quality, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure services.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the Council’s Highways and Transportation functions, ensuring alignment with national and local priorities.
*Drive service improvements to achieve high standards across highways and transportation operations.
*Develop and implement strategies that embed transportation considerations into planning processes.
*Oversee day-to-day operations of the Highways and Transportation portfolio.
*Manage a budget of approximately £30 million (capital/revenue), ensuring fiscal accountability and optimal allocation of resources.
Key Knowledge and Experience
*Proven senior management experience in Highways and Transportation or a related field, ideally within a local authority or public/private sector environment.
*Strong track record in contract management and delivery of major public realm infrastructure projects.
*Extensive knowledge of highways asset management, traffic management, transportation, and regulatory compliance.
*Proficiency in programme and project management techniques, such as PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent.
*Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Civil Engineering, Transportation).
*Membership or eligibility for membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, CIHT, IHE).
*Evidence of continuing professional development and leadership training.
If you’re interested in applying, please submit your CV and contact Joe O’Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on .