Network Development Manager

Walk Wheel Cycle Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An organization promoting active travel is seeking a Network Development Manager to oversee the planning and evaluation of infrastructure projects. Candidates should have knowledge of active travel principles, project management experience, and community engagement skills. This role allows for flexible working arrangements and offers various benefits to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

28 days leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy extra annual leave

Paid volunteer days

Cycle-to-work schemes

Pension scheme with matching contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in active travel infrastructure and spatial planning.
• Ability to produce technical project outputs.
• Knowledge of transport planning authority processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage active travel infrastructure projects from concept to evaluation.
• Plan and organize community engagement activities.
• Lead inter-disciplinary project teams.

Skills

Active travel infrastructure knowledge

Spatial and transport planning understanding

Project management frameworks

Community engagement

Job description

Overview

This is a fantastic chance to join the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, working within the Delivery Team as our new Network Development Manager.

As the Network Development Manager, you will be required to oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of active travel infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment 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. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver impactful, sustainable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the management of active travel infrastructure design and construction projects from concept through to construction/implementation and evaluation.
• Plan, organise and attend community engagement activities to ensure collaborative approach to projects.
• Day to day management of inter-disciplinary project teams.
• Share knowledge, expertise and evidence through written reports and presentations to update and influence key external stakeholders (e.g. land owners and local authorities) and volunteers.
• Contribute to planning the future network and developing a vision and clarity of what the NCN is seeking to achieve in their area.
• Quantitative and qualitative data analysis and reporting to demonstrate project progress and impact.

This role involves regular travel, with work taking place at different locations to support and deliver projects for the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.

Requirements

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.

• A practical working knowledge of principles and standard practices within active travel infrastructure including an awareness of spatial planning and transport planning.
• Using recognised technical expertise to produce project outputs (for technical roles).
• Knowledge of local and regional transport planning authorities and their processes and priorities.
• Knowledge of active travel network design and best practice.
• Working knowledge of health and safety legislation and practice including construction regulations.
• Experience of managing projects and understanding of how to follow the project management delivery frameworks.
• Experience of contributing to business development through opportunity generation, bid writing, budget preparation.

Benefits

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That's why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.

Wellbeing Support

• 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees.
• Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
• Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about.
• Free, confidential support service available 24/7.
• Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme.

Financial Benefits

• 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 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
• Death in Service benefit - 3 x annual Salary.

Family Friendly Policies

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).