We are seeking a high-calibre Principal Operations Manager to work with and report to the Account Director within Highways Technology Services, supporting the development of a winning bid and operational solution for a major Transport for London (TfL) technology contract. This is a senior, influential role focused on shaping a robust technical and operational solution, taking it through bid, transition, and into live contract delivery.This opportunity is ideally suited to an individual who combines strong operational leadership, commercial awareness, and technology-enabled service delivery experience, with the credibility and drive to work alongside senior leadership to develop and deliver a complex TfL solution.The role will initially be bid and solution-development led, evolving into full Principal Operations Manager responsibility during mobilisation and contract delivery.This position offers a competitive salary, plus a Company Car/Car AllowanceWhat You''ll Do: Bid and Solution Development (Pre-Contract) Work closely with the Account Director (Highways Technology Services) to develop the operational and delivery solution for a TfL technology contract, ensuring it is deliverable, compliant, innovative, and commercially robust Collaborate with bid managers, technical specialists, and partners to develop a compelling, differentiated bid submission Define the operating model, mobilisation strategy, governance, resourcing model, and cost base to support a winning solution Lead