James Waight

James Waight has extensive experience in strategic planning and programme sponsorship within the rail industry, currently serving as Programme Sponsor at Network Rail since January 2020 and as Head of Strategic Planning for the Whole Industry Strategic Plan at the Great British Railways Transition Team. Prior roles include Head of Strategic Planning for the Wessex Route at Network Rail and leading the Crossrail Sponsor Team, managing a significant £2bn+ portfolio. James also held positions at the Strategic Rail Authority, focusing on regional transport strategies and planning, alongside a brief voluntary role as a Games Maker during the London 2012 Olympics. James's educational background includes a BA (Hons) in Geography from the University of Chichester and further studies at Warwick Business School.