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Project Sponsor

United Kingdom, Birmingham Employment contract 53120.00 - 59417.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 14, 2026
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Sponsor to work as a key part of our management team on an ambitious pipeline of Active and Sustainable Travel community based projects, working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will play a crucial role in championing and serving as the client for the advancement and execution of projects, specifically on sustainable and active travel development, engagement and activation. Our programme is aimed at creating opportunities that enable people to access sustainable, affordable, safe and inclusive travel for everyday journeys, unlocking the economic, health and environmental benefits for our region. The role requires stakeholder management across a number of funders, local authorities, industry partners and central government. Reporting to the Head of Active & Sustainable Communities, you will be responsible to managing the scope of the projects, developing business cases, and managing stakeholders. This is the perfect role for someone who really wants to make a difference and enrich communities by connecting people to each other, to jobs, education and local services.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and manage a team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional development
  • Ensure adherence to the West Midlands Combined Authority, Department for Transport and other project governance processes
  • Prepare and confidentially present high-quality reports, briefings, business cases, and other governance materials to support evidence-based decision making
  • Engaging with a wider Project Sponsor Network
  • Manage and direct the activities and performance of consultants, professional services suppliers and contractors
  • Lead on the management of project requirements
  • Identify and champion opportunities for improvement
  • Examine and challenge projects to monitor the delivery of agreed outcomes and requirements

Requirements

  • Line Management experience and evidence of continuous professional development in leadership and management
  • Experience of project management, processes and applications
  • Experience of preparing and presenting reports
  • Experience working with a range of project stakeholders including delivery partners, elected representatives, and the wider public
  • Experience in the commercial management of contractors and professional service providers
  • Experience of providing support and challenge to project teams and project stakeholders in a complex and fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to work independently and in a matrix environment to deliver high quality outputs to meet the project needs
  • Knowledge of scope management, including requirements and change management processes
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Creative and proactive approach to problem solving and risk identification / mitigation
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills

What we offer

  • Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme
  • 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
  • EV car benefit scheme
  • Healthcare plans
  • Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
  • An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
  • 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
  • Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
  • Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers
  • Costco membership
  • Boundless unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and discounts
  • Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses
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