Location
Hybrid based in the East of England, covering Essex, Suffolk, Cambridge, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Norfolk.

Hours
Full Time - 37.5 hours per week. Flexible working arrangements are available and can be discussed.

Salary
£32,145 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust as a Network Development Manager within the Delivery Team. You will oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of active travel infrastructure projects, ensuring they align with organisational goals and compliance standards. The role combines technical expertise, project leadership, community engagement, and strategic planning to enhance the National Cycle Network (NCN) and related infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the management of active travel infrastructure design and construction projects from concept through to implementation and evaluation.
- Planning, organising, and attending community engagement activities to ensure a collaborative approach.
- Day-to-day management of interdisciplinary project teams.
- Sharing knowledge and evidence through written reports and presentations to update and influence key external stakeholders such as landowners, local authorities, and volunteers.
- Contributing to planning the future network and developing a clear vision for the NCN in the region.
- Conducting quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting to demonstrate project progress and impact.

This role involves regular travel to various locations to support and deliver projects for the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.

Experience
- Practical working knowledge of principles and standard practices within active travel infrastructure, including awareness of spatial and transport planning.
- Proven ability to use recognised technical expertise to produce project outputs.
- Knowledge of local and regional transport planning authorities, their processes, and priorities.
- Understanding of active travel network design and best practice.
- Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and construction regulations.
- Experience managing projects and following project management delivery frameworks.
- Experience contributing to business development through opportunity generation, bid writing, and budget preparation.

About You
You are a motivated and collaborative professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for sustainable transport. You are confident engaging with diverse stakeholders and able to manage multiple projects effectively. You thrive in a flexible working environment and are committed to delivering impactful outcomes that enhance active travel infrastructure.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in transport planning, project management, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development is essential.