Below is a QA/JD-style description tailored to the role, suitable for presenting the vacancy and assessing candidate suitability. Job Title: Active Travel Project Manager Role Overview The Active Travel Project Manager will support Somerset Council in the delivery of its £9 million+ Active Travel capital programme , overseeing transport schemes from project inception, business case development and scheme preparation through to construction and operational handover . The role will work closely with Active Travel England, internal Council teams, local stakeholders, consultants and delivery partners to ensure projects are appropriately developed, funded, governed and delivered in accordance with relevant technical, financial, planning and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will coordinate complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving transport planning, highways, design, commercial, procurement, planning, legal, property, construction and operational teams . Key Responsibilities Manage the development and preparation of active travel and transport infrastructure schemes from inception through to construction. Support the development of Strategic Outline Business Cases through to Full Business Cases and formal project gateways. Establish effective project governance, roles, responsibilities, milestones and deliverables . Coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams across planning, design, construction, commercial, legal, property and operational functions . Manage day-to-day project delivery, ensuring schemes remain on track against programme, budget, quality and agreed outcomes . Commission and coordinate technical activities including traffic modelling, highways design, surveys, planning and legal advice, land acquisition and property requirements . Develop and manage stakeholder engagement, consultation and communication activities. Work with Active Travel England and other national and local stakeholders to support compliance with funding, design and programme requirements. Develop and support procurement strategies , commissioning arrangements and supplier engagement. Coordinate Early Contractor Involvement and buildability assessments where required. Support the progression of planning consents, statutory approvals and CPO requirements where applicable. Ensure appropriate compliance with CDM 2015 and relevant health, safety and governance requirements. Monitor and manage project risks, dependencies, costs, milestones and performance . Ensure project outputs and outcomes are delivered at each stage of the project lifecycle. Support the transition of schemes from development into construction and operational delivery . Commission and coordinate programmes of minor transport improvement and road safety schemes . Work with operational teams to establish appropriate processes for scheme identification, prioritisation and delivery . Provide clear and accurate project reporting, assurance and recommendations to senior managers and relevant governance bodies. Key Skills
Active Travel Project Manager (EK) in Somerset employer: Carrington Blake Recruitment
Enfield Council is an excellent employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a hybrid working model, employees enjoy the flexibility of working from home while also benefiting from in-person teamwork at the office. The council provides opportunities for career advancement and development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the public sector.
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