Colne Connections Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Project Manager for the Colne Connections project in Uxbridge. You will lead the development of projects for funding applications, collaborating with partners to enhance the Colne Valley Regional Park. Ideal candidates will have extensive project development experience and a passion for conservation. Competitive salary offered within a beautiful working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing projects with strong development focus.
• Ability to work with diverse partners.
• Strong understanding of landscape and heritage conservation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the Colne Connections project.
• Shape and configure individual projects for funding application.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders to achieve project goals.

Skills

Project development experience

Collaborative work with partners

Passion for landscape and heritage conservation

Job description

Job Description

Colne Connections Project Manager
Reference:CCPM25
Location:Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham, Nr. Uxbridge
Contract:Fixed Term contract to end of June 2027, with potential to make permanent, subject to gaining Round 2 funding
Salary:£39,000 to £44,000 per annum
Hours:37.5 hours per week

Groundwork South is excited to announce that theColne Connections Projecthas been awardedDevelopment Phase fundingfrom The Lottery Heritage Fund. We are now seeking an experiencedProject Managerto lead this critical stage of the programme.

Summary of role:The Project Manager will play a central role in shaping and configuring the individual projects that will form the core of ourDelivery Phase funding application. This is a unique opportunity to help define a vision for theColne Valley Regional Park,bringing environmental, educational, and community benefits to life.

We’re looking for someone with strong project development experience, a passion for landscape and heritage conservation, and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of partners.

If you're ready to help shape the future of the Colne Valley and leave a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Our office, in the middle of a country park right next to a chalk stream, is a special place to work.

About Us

Groundwork South works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. We have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today we have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people’s prospects, and promote greener living and working.

We are passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that we do. Each year we deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing our communities and creating real and lasting, positive change.

Closing date for applications:Monday 8th September
Interview dates:
1st Stage – Friday 12th September (online)
2nd Stage – Thursday 18th September (in-person)

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the 'redirect to recruiter' Applybutton. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Groundwork South is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

No agencies please.