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.
This role requires a high level of experience in project management, leadership and strategic thinking. You will be expected to make clear decisions, provide direction and support to others, and focus on delivering projects that have a positive and lasting impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Oversee the planning, delivery and evaluation of walking, wheeling and cycling projects
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Manage resources, compliance and alignment with organisational goals
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Build strong relationships with stakeholders to support effective active travel projects
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Lead, line manage and support a team to maximise performance and development
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Collaborating with Growth & Partnerships and Business Development colleagues to spot opportunities, develop compelling concepts and win new work that broadens our funding base.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys
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Seeing tangible impact in communities – your projects will move all the way through the project lifecycle from concept design to on the ground delivery, directly shaping how people move around towns and cities.
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Working collaboratively with a wide mix of people – success in the role relies on engaging with internal multi-disciplinary teams, as well as a range of external stakeholders across councils, housing developers, members of the public and many more.
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Identifying and winning opportunities – suits someone who thrives on recognising gaps, shaping compelling proposals and developing partnerships that lead to meaningful, mission‑driven work.
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Guiding and developing others – you’ll lead a team, provide clarity and encouragement, and help individuals build confidence and ownership in their own development.
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Balancing strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery. The role requires long-term planning and day-to-day oversight of projects and colleagues. Someone who likes switching between big picture direction and fast paced problem solving will feel at home.
About you
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
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Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject plus 4 years’ experience, or 7 years’ experience in a related role
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Strong knowledge of active travel infrastructure, including spatial and transport planning
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Proven experience in project and programme management, including budgets and risk
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Experience leading, supervising and supporting teams to deliver projects on time and to budget
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The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
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Experience in developing project proposals and securing work from a range of funders.
Living our values
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, 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.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
Additional information
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Application deadline: 23:59, 19 April 2026
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Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 11 May 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
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We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
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Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Why work for us?
At Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
We're all here to change things. You'll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers all working together to change things for the better.
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.
You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.
We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve. We welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.
You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.
What we offer
Wellbeing
- 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working.
- Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff).
- Staff volunteer days.
- 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service.
- We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes.
Financial
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans.
- Discount benefits.
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in service benefit – 3 times annual salary.
Family-friendly
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).
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