At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting projects to enhance sustainable travel and community infrastructure.
- Company: Civic Recruitment Limited, dedicated to improving local transport solutions.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, remote options, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: 29-month contract with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be a key player in shaping active travel initiatives that impact your community.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in managing transport or infrastructure projects.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
29 months contract with a local authority.
The Active Travel Project Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering the Council's Active Travel Capital Programme. This position involves managing the development and implementation of transport and active travel infrastructure projects valued at over £9 million. The role is crucial for enhancing sustainable travel options and improving infrastructure within the community.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Service Manager and Principal Transport Planner in developing and delivering active travel and transport infrastructure schemes.
- Lead projects through development, design, scheme preparation, and pre-construction phases.
- Manage projects on a day-to-day basis until transition to construction delivery and NEC project management arrangements.
- Work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop robust and deliverable schemes.
- Coordinate consultation and engagement activities with communities, elected members, partners, and statutory bodies.
- Support compliance with funding requirements, design standards, and Active Travel England guidance.
Requirements:
Essential Experience Required:
- Significant experience managing infrastructure, transport, highways, regeneration, or active travel projects.
- Proven experience leading projects through planning, design, procurement, and delivery phases.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Experience working with public sector governance processes and project management methodologies.
Essential Qualifications Required:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Geography, Planning, or a related discipline.
Additional Information:
- Contract Duration: 29 months with a local authority.
- Working Hours: 22 hours per week.
- Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY, United Kingdom.
- Work Pattern: Typically one day in office, two remote. This can be reviewed as progress.
- Funding: Uses funding until the end of the 28/29 financial year. The set duration is 2.5 years, and depending on the start date, funding may enable additional days per week to be added in the final funded year.
Active Travel Project Manager in Taunton employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where strategic leadership in the Special Educational Needs service can truly make a difference in children's lives. With a strong focus on collaboration and professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes in the Bromley community. The supportive culture and commitment to high-quality services make this an attractive opportunity for those looking to lead impactful change.
