Summary
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The Active Travel Project Manager will play a pivotal role in delivering 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
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Support the Service Manager and Principal Transport Planner in developing and delivering active travel and transport infrastructure schemes.
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Lead projects through development, design, scheme preparation, and pre-construction phases.
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Manage projects on a day-to-day basis until transition to construction delivery and NEC project management arrangements.
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Work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop robust and deliverable schemes.
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Coordinate consultation and engagement activities with communities, elected members, partners, and statutory bodies.
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Support compliance with funding requirements, design standards, and Active Travel England guidance.
Requirements:
Additional Information
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Contract Duration: 29 months with a local authority
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Rate: £26.29/HR Umbrella
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Working Hours: 22 hours per week
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Location: The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY, United Kingdom
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Work Pattern: Typically one day in office, two remote. This can be reviewed as progress.
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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.
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Payment Schedule: Bi-weekly
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Application Deadline: The role closes on 28th August 2026, apply ASAP.
The Active Travel Project Manager will play a key role in delivering Council's Active Travel Capital Programme, managing the development and implementation of transport and active travel infrastructure projects valued at over £9 million
