Active Travel Project Manager

The Active Travel Project Manager is responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of projects that promote walking, cycling, and other sustainable transport modes. The role supports healthier, safer, and more sustainable communities by managing active travel schemes from concept through to implementation, ensuring alignment with local and national transport policies, and engaging stakeholders to maximise uptake and long-term benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of active travel infrastructure projects
• Manage project budgets, timelines, risks, and resources effectively
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders
• Oversee feasibility studies, design development, and scheme implementation
• Monitor and evaluate project outcomes and report on performance

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in project management within transport, infrastructure, or public realm
• Knowledge of active travel principles, street design, and sustainable transport
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with relevant design standards and guidance (desirable)

Qualifications:

• Degree in transport planning, civil engineering, urban planning, or similar
• Professional project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, APM) (desirable)
• Membership (or working towards) of a relevant professional body (desirable)

For more information and to apply for the role, please call Leah Kimber at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

FOOTNOTE:
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