Habitat Delivery Project Manager (Remote)

At Environment Bank (EB) we’re rewriting the rulebook when it comes to Biodiversity in line with our collective purpose of ‘a new plan for the planet’. Our commitment to biodiversity is the beating heart of our business. The EB team are a diverse group of talented individuals, who bring different experiences, ideas and much more. Together, we’ve experienced remarkable growth recently, and the best part… We’re just getting started.

We have created a new plan for the planet with our multi award-winning Habitat Banks, we are trailblazing a new path to restore and protect biodiversity by revolutionising how the commercial and natural worlds interact. We are making significant progress at pace with a network of Habitat Banks opening across England already and many more to follow in the coming months, we are seeking to expand our capabilities currently looking for a Capital Works Project Manager to join the business based in the Midlands and East Anglia. Although our current requirements are for this area, we would also like to hear from you if you are based in other areas of England too.

We believe that work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced. From wellness programs to flexible arrangements, we’ve got your back and are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. So, if you’re ready to be part of a driven organisation that’s making a real difference in the world, join us at Environment Bank.

About The Role

As a Project Manager in the Habitat Delivery (Land) team, you will be responsible for delivering habitat creation and enhancement projects safely, on-time and to budget. This is an exciting role for a forward-thinking Project Manager where you would work closely with our ecologists and land managers to plan and deliver habitat creation works across your region. Works would include creation and enhancement of a range of habitats including, woodland and scrub, species rich grassland, wetland, and associated infrastructure works.

And there’s more …

• Working alongside EB ecologists and land managers as part of ‘project teams’ with responsibility for the delivery of sites
• Leading on the procurement and awarding of works to suitably vetted contractors and suppliers
• Management of contractors and delivery partners
• Planning and programming of works to ensure they are completed to the highest quality, to an agreed timescale, taking account of seasonal constraints, and within budget
• Undertake quality audits and be responsible for signing off completed works
• Maintaining high quality relationships with landowners, their contractors, and other stakeholders

Requirements

What we need from you:

• Educated to a degree level in a relevant subject. Or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of the principles and practice of habitat creation/ restoration and management
• A track record of delivering nature recovery projects
• Experience of working directly with farmers and landowners, in a professional capacity
• Experience in rural land management
• Strong interpersonal skills with both internal and external stakeholders
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work as part of team
• Strong written communication skills
• Good financial skills and experience in budget setting, cost management and forecasting
• A Health and Safety qualification is desirable but not essential e.g. NEBOSH/IOSH
• Full UK clean driving license and willingness to travel for regional site visits and events

Benefits

• Remote working with a WFH allowance
• Competitive salary with bonus
• 30 days annual leave + opportunity to buy 5 additional days upon successful completion of probation
• Birthday off
• Wellness day
• Flexible working
• Investment in your development
• Death in Service
• Contributory Pension
• Life assurance