30+ years delivering complex infrastructure, transport and engineering projects — with senior roles at Network Rail, Transport for Wales, High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd and the UK Civil Service. A rare combination of multi-million-pound project delivery and R&D grant expertise across Horizon Europe and the European Innovation Council (EIC).
With over 30 years of experience in project management, infrastructure and strategic development, John Seagrave has built a distinguished career delivering complex projects across the transport, engineering and public sectors. His expertise spans rail, civil service, procurement and R&D grant funding — making him a valuable asset to businesses looking to drive innovation and operational excellence.
John has held key roles at Network Rail, Transport for Wales, High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd and the UK Civil Service — where he led major infrastructure projects, procurement strategies and funding initiatives. His deep understanding of project sponsorship, procurement and strategic planning has made him a trusted leader in managing multi-million-pound transport and engineering projects.
At Grant & Graham, John helps businesses navigate complex project lifecycles, optimise procurement and secure funding for innovation. His strategic mindset, technical acumen and leadership experience make him an invaluable partner for organisations looking to scale, modernise and implement sustainable infrastructure solutions.
John has held senior roles inside the organisations responsible for some of the UK's most strategically important transport and infrastructure programmes — including HS2, HS1, South Wales Metro, East West Rail and Transport for Wales modernisation.
John's offering covers the full lifecycle of complex infrastructure programmes — from project sponsorship and delivery through to R&D grant funding, procurement and stakeholder leadership in regulated public-sector environments.
Leads large-scale infrastructure, transport and engineering projects from concept to completion — with proven delivery experience on rail mega-projects including HS2, HS1, South Wales Metro and East West Rail.
Specialist in securing funding through Horizon Europe, the European Innovation Council (EIC) and other innovation grants. Crafts compelling proposals that win the funding organisations actually need.
Strong background in sourcing, supplier negotiations and cost optimisation — enhancing efficiency and value across complex multi-stakeholder programmes.
Deep experience in government-funded projects, regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement. Operates fluently across UK civil service, MoD and DfT environments.
Manages multi-million-pound projects with alignment to long-term business and policy objectives. Skilled at working with government agencies, private sector partners and cross-functional teams to drive success.
Whether the brief is securing innovation funding, navigating a large-scale infrastructure upgrade or optimising procurement to drive cost savings, John brings a rare blend of hands-on expertise and big-picture thinking.
Senior roles at Network Rail, HS2, Transport for Wales and within the UK Civil Service. Has operated on the rail and infrastructure programmes that define modern UK transport — not theorised about them.
Most consultants either deliver projects or write grant proposals. John does both — complex infrastructure delivery and Horizon Europe / EIC proposal writing from the same desk. The combination is unusually valuable for innovation-led organisations.
An Incorporated Engineer and member of the IET and APM. Brings the engineering credibility and project management discipline that complex infrastructure briefs demand — not just consulting frameworks.
A senior project management and infrastructure leader with deep specialisation across rail, transport, public sector and R&D grant funding — available for UK and European assignments.
John's career spans 12 senior project management, sponsorship and proposal-writing roles across UK rail, transport, civil service and innovation consultancy — including marquee names Network Rail, HS2, Transport for Wales and HS1.
With a career spanning over 30 years in project management, engineering and infrastructure development, John Seagrave brings deep technical and strategic expertise to the Grant & Graham team.
As an Incorporated Engineer and a member of the Institute of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Association for Project Management (APM), John has successfully led complex projects across the rail, transport and public sectors.
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