Public Sector Project Manager: Environmental Initiatives

Salford Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Salford seeks a Project Coordinator for environmental initiatives. The role involves managing various projects, preparing reports, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates must demonstrate strong project management skills, a proactive attitude, and relevant qualifications in landscape, planning, or design. This position offers opportunities to influence local strategies and shape city growth through innovative projects.

Benefits

Continuous service commitment

Service-related benefits transfer

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Communicates confidently and can influence and negotiate at all levels.
• Understands the value of great public spaces.
• Can analyse insight, prioritise effectively and deliver results.
• Holds relevant landscape, planning or design qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate environmental projects that support city growth.
• Prepare high-quality reports, presentations and funding bids.
• Work with contractors, partners and communities to bring projects to life.
• Monitor budgets, manage assets and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Secure external funding to expand project deliverables.
• Represent the council and help shape future strategies.

Skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving mindset

Confident communication

Influence and negotiation

Understanding of public spaces

Analytical skills

Education

Landscape, planning or design qualifications

Job description

A local government body in Salford seeks a Project Coordinator for environmental initiatives. The role involves managing various projects, preparing reports, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates must demonstrate strong project management skills, a proactive attitude, and relevant qualifications in landscape, planning, or design. This position offers opportunities to influence local strategies and shape city growth through innovative projects.