https://jobs.co.uk/job/project-manager-local-authority-and-bus-infrastructure-progressive-recruitment--4a151458-2888-4378-b65c-00fd81b23ae6 RSS feed for Project Manager (Local Authority and Bus Infrastructure) at Progressive Recruitment. en-gb Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:21:42 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/project-manager-local-authority-and-bus-infrastructure-progressive-recruitment--4a151458-2888-4378-b65c-00fd81b23ae6 https://jobs.co.uk/job/project-manager-local-authority-and-bus-infrastructure-progressive-recruitment--4a151458-2888-4378-b65c-00fd81b23ae6 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:53:40 GMT Location: Carlisle | Salary: 340.00-340.00 Daily | Type: Contract | Project Manager (Local Authority and Bus Infrastructure) - Carlisle - Inside IR35Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-profile, engineering-focused Bus Infrastructure project, seconded into Cumberland Council. Based in Carlisle on a contract running to December 2026, you''ll join our client''s team delivering sustainable transport and highways improvements within a complex local authority setting, working on a hybrid basis (two days onsite, three days remote) inside IR35 at 340 per day.Key Skills and ExpertiseLocal Authority Experience - Confident operating within council structures, policies, and procedures.Bus Infrastructure - Proven track record delivering engineering-focused transport or bus-related infrastructure projects.Highways Projects - Ability to coordinate with highways teams and integrate bus schemes with wider road networks.Procurement and Governance - Skilled in navigating public sector procurement processes and governance frameworks.Contractor Management - Hands-on management of contractors, ensuring performance, compliance, and quality delivery.Stakeholder Engagement - Strong communication skills to engage public and private sector par... Contract