About the role

Team: Delivery/NCN. As the Senior Project Manager, you will lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of large and complex infrastructure projects. These projects will support the organisation's active travel goals and help create long‑term, sustainable benefits for communities. You will be responsible for making sure projects are well planned and delivered to a high standard. This includes managing time, budgets and people effectively, identifying and addressing risks early, and ensuring that all work meets legal, safety and policy requirements.

A key part of the role is working closely with others. You will collaborate with partners and stakeholders, build positive working relationships, develop business development proposals with a range of colleagues, and support meaningful engagement with local communities so that their needs and feedback are considered throughout the project.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Oversee the planning, delivery and evaluation of walking, wheeling and cycling projects
• Manage resources, compliance and alignment with organisational goals
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to support effective active travel projects
• Lead, line manage and support a team to maximise performance and development
• Collaborating with Growth & Partnerships and Business Development colleagues to spot opportunities, develop compelling concepts and win new work that broadens our funding base.

About you

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below:

• Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject plus 4 years’ experience, or 7 years’ experience in a related role
• Strong knowledge of active travel infrastructure, including spatial and transport planning
• Proven experience in project and programme management, including budgets and risk
• Experience leading, supervising and supporting teams to deliver projects on time and to budget
• The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
• Experience in developing project proposals and securing work from a range of funders.

Living our values

At the [Employer hidden], we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are: Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement. Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed. Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better. Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Additional information

Application deadline: 23:59, 04 May 2026. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 11 May 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form. We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Adjustments are available throughout the application process.

Why work for us?

At [Employer hidden], you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. We act locally and think big – we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

What we offer

Wellbeing: 28 days leave plus bank holidays, ability to buy extra week, staff volunteer days, 24/7 support service, cycle to work schemes. Financial: Extra paid leave for sustainable travel holidays, Group Personal Pension with 6% or 7% match, bike/computer/season ticket loans, discount benefits, London Weighting of £4,530, death in service benefit. Family-friendly: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, flexible working.

For more information contact: Recruitment team. Download role description: Download role description. Submit application form: Submit application form.