Job Description
Service Director – Planning & Transport
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North East England | Hybrid Working
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£700 – £1,000 per day
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Interim Position
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An exciting interim opportunity has arisen for an experienced Service Director – Planning & Transport to join a large and ambitious local authority in the North East.
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This is a key leadership role, responsible for shaping and delivering strategic planning, transport, infrastructure, environmental, and climate change services that support sustainable growth, housing delivery, and economic development across the region.
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Key Responsibilities of the Service Director of Planning and Transport:
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- Lead the delivery of planning, transport, engineering, climate change, environmental and regulatory services.
- Provide strategic leadership on major housing, infrastructure and economic growth programmes.
- Manage significant capital programmes and oversee the delivery of long-term planning and transport strategies.
- Act as a trusted advisor to elected members, senior stakeholders and regional partners.
- Drive organisational change, service improvement and partnership development across a diverse portfolio of functions.
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The Successful Service Director of Planning and Transport will have:
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- A relevant professional qualification.
- Extensive experience within planning, transport, infrastructure, place, regeneration or environmental services.
- A strong background in local government leadership.
- Significant budget and programme management experience.
- Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills.
- Experience working with elected members, regional partnerships and government bodies.
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For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please get in touch directly.
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