Team: Traffic Management Highways Job Family: Providing • CBG12 Salary: £45,326 - £50,436 per annum pro rata Hours: 37 hours per week Location: You will be expected to attend a CBC office location as often as needed to carry out your role, which will be no less than once per month. Contract Type: Hybrid • Permanent Closing Date: 31st August 2026 Interview Date: W/C 7th September 2026 About the role Join us and help shape sustainable communities across Central Bedfordshire. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and motivated Travel Plan Coordinator to join our Highways team and play a key role in supporting sustainable growth across Central Bedfordshire. Working on some of the area's largest new developments, you will help create thriving communities by encouraging residents to embrace walking, cycling, public transport, car sharing, and other sustainable travel options from the moment they move into their new homes. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work closely with developers, housebuilders, council colleagues, residents, transport providers, and other stakeholders to develop, implement, monitor, and deliver Travel Plans that support modal shift and reduce reliance on private car use. ABOUT THE ROLE As Travel Plan Coordinator, you will lead the delivery of Travel Plans for selected new developments across Central Bedfordshire. You will coordinate a wide range of sustainable transport initiatives, ensuring schemes are effectively planned, delivered, monitored, and evaluated. Working within the Council's Highways team and alongside colleagues in Public Transport and Transport Strategy, you will contribute to the delivery of the Council's sustainability and transport objectives while supporting the creation of healthier, better-connected communities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop, implement, manage, and review Travel Plans for new residential developments. • Work with developers and housebuilders to deliver Travel Plan commitments and sustainable transport measures. • Lead stakeholder engagement and build strong relationships with council services, external partners, developers, residents, and transport providers. • Act as the main point of contact for Travel Plan-related communications, consultations, and engagement activities. • Coordinate the development and implementation of sustainable transport initiatives, including: • Car clubs • Bike share schemes • Active travel projects • Sustainable travel incentives and campaigns • Manage procurement processes and contracts associated with Travel Plan delivery. • Monitor, evaluate, and report on Travel Plan performance and progress against agreed targets. • Manage project budgets, including securing approvals, monitoring expenditure, and reporting outcomes. • Support the delivery of wider Sustainable Transport, Active Travel, and Public Transport strategies and programmes. • Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to facilitate the delivery of transport infrastructure and associated projects, including cycling infrastructure improvements and electric vehicle initiatives. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING You will play a central role in helping the Council achieve its sustainable transport ambitions by: • Delivering Travel Plan actions that encourage residents to choose more sustainable modes of travel. • Supporting walking, cycling, public transport, and shared mobility initiatives across major new developments. • Leading engagement activities that influence travel behaviour and promote sustainable transport choices. • Monitoring progress and identifying opportunities to improve outcomes and increase uptake of sustainable travel options. • Managing multiple projects and priorities to ensure successful delivery of programme objectives. ABOUT YOU We are looking for a proactive and organised professional with experience in delivering projects and programmes, ideally within transport, infrastructure, sustainable development, or place-based services. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills and be confident working with a broad range of partners to deliver successful outcomes. ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • Strong programme, project, and stakeholder management skills. • Experience of coordinating or delivering transport, infrastructure, or sustainability-related projects. • Excellent communication, engagement, and relationship-building abilities. • Experience of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. • Strong analytical, monitoring, and evaluation skills. • Experience of budget management and financial monitoring. • Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex challenges. • Knowledge and understanding of sustainable transport, active travel, or public transport initiatives. • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders. DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE • Previous experience working within a Local Authority or public sector environment. • Understanding of local transport policy, travel planning, and behaviour change initiatives. • Experience of procurement, contract management, or commissioning services. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact on the future of Central Bedfordshire by helping to create sustainable, connected communities and supporting residents to choose healthier, greener ways to travel. Our Offer We have a number of rewards and benefits available to our staff, to view these please visit our Rewards and Benefits page [https://jobs.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/content/Our-rewards-and-benefits/?locale=en_GB] Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer. We welcome discussion on location, hours and working pattern as part of the application process. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- You will be expected to demonstrate how you meet the key accountabilities and competencies in this Recruitment Pack. [https://centralbedfordshirecouncil.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/Communications/IgCMhtQVJ_bJRa5J2tMJxTglAdlv8IuUkFa7e4qB5fR70Ic?e=egx7z8] Our Competency Framework and Qualification Guidance [https://centralbedfordshirecouncil.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/Communications/EuejD31meJ9GiiHyMPHL6V4BUJcaSc16Y3dGD4m8GxPfYA?e=Dg6Cg2] are to be read in conjunction with our Recruitment Pack. For an informal discussion about this position, please contact: Victoria Jersova at Victoria.Jersova@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk [Victoria.Jersova@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk] or call 0300 300 4902 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To maintain a fair and consistent approach for applicants, it is Central Bedfordshire Council's policy to only consider applications made via our online application system and we therefore thank you for not submitting your application offline. Your application to us is a reflection of who you are professionally and should give us an accurate and authentic picture of your skills, experiences and if applicable qualifications. Before you submit your application, we will ask you to confirm if you have used AI. All new starters will join us on a four‑month probationary period. During this time, if you are offered a Hybrid role you will be required to attend a Central Bedfordshire Council office location more frequently to support thorough and well‑supported onboarding into your role. Please keep this in mind if you anticipate extensive travel to Central Bedfordshire. Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for our roles. Successful applicants that may require a visa will need to consider the options for obtaining and/or maintaining the legal right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the contract offered. Free information, advice and guidance into work or learning Bedfordshire Employment and Skills Academy (BESA) [https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/bedfordshire-employment-and-skills-academy] provides free, impartial, information advice and guidance to those aged 16+ looking to get into work, learning or exploring a change of career.