Project Manager - Mourne Park

The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity, dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of Britain's native woodland heritage. We are committed to inspiring and engaging the public to value and help conserve woods and trees. Our vision is a world where trees and woods thrive for people and nature, and we are passionate about making a difference in the face of the nature and climate crisis.

The Role: As a Project Manager at Mourne Park, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of The National Lottery Heritage Fund project, which aims to uncover and preserve 500 years of undiscovered natural heritage. Your main duties will include achieving the targets agreed with the Estate and Projects Manager, maintaining full project management control, and ensuring all Heritage Fund/WTNI reporting and recording systems are up to date. You will direct the project team, oversee procurement, and provide leadership and supervision to ensure that work programmes are delivered on time and within budget. Additionally, you will develop strong relationships with partners, local communities, and the media to promote the project and the Woodland Trust.

Job Requirements: Candidates should have proven experience in programme and project delivery, particularly in forestry or conservation land management. You should be skilled in managing complex, multi-disciplinary workstreams and have a strong track record in land management and partnership projects. Leadership skills are crucial, as is experience in public facing communications and community engagement. A relevant HND/degree level qualification is preferred, and a full driving licence is required.

Benefits: Joining our team means you'll be a significant part of addressing environmental and climate issues. We offer support and training opportunities, enhanced employer pension, life assurance, flexible and hybrid working options, generous annual leave, and more. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all people, regardless of background, can benefit from trees.

Applications Details: We value fairness in our recruitment process and do not require a CV at the application stage. Instead, ensure your Personal Statement reflects your skills and passion for the role. We encourage applications from under-represented groups in the environmental sector. Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.