Senior Project Manager (Spade Oak Lake)

Groundwork South; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the Spade Oak Lake enhancement project. This pivotal role includes overseeing project delivery, engaging with stakeholders, and managing budgets to ensure successful outcomes. The ideal candidate will have strong project management experience and a commitment to community engagement. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, competitive salary, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Salary sacrifice schemes

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing project delivery in environmental or community settings.
• Ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the Spade Oak Lake enhancement project.
• Engage with local community groups and stakeholders.
• Oversee project planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Skills

Project management

Community engagement

Budget management

Communication

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham (Hybrid working available)
Contract: Fixed term to 31st March 2028. With potential to extend depending on outcome from the project legacy plan.
Salary: FTE £30,940 - £33,000
Hours: 30 hours per week

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of the Spade Oak Lake enhancement project. Working closely with Groundwork South’s Rivers and Green Teams, external advisors, and contractors, you will oversee the project’s development, implementation, and evaluation.

You will be accountable to a project board of key stakeholders and play a pivotal role in ensuring the project achieves maximum value from the grant funding.

Main Duties

• Lead, manage, and deliver the project to meet agreed outcomes, timelines, and budgets.
• Prepare and consult on a comprehensive task and management plan.
• Commission and oversee surveys, tenders, and practical works.
• Identify and secure additional funding opportunities to enhance the project scope.
• Maintain regular communication with Buckinghamshire Council and Thames Water.
• Engage with local community groups, keeping them informed and involved.
• Assess future management options for the site and develop a legacy plan with stakeholders.
• Begin implementing the legacy plan to ensure a smooth transition post-grant funding.
• Produce risk assessments and ensure all works meet health and safety standards.

About the Project

Spade Oak Nature Reserve in Little Marlow is a unique wildlife site owned by Buckinghamshire Council. The reserve features a wet woodland peninsula, a sand spit with restricted access, and a publicly accessible perimeter footpath and open green space.

Funded by Thames Water and managed by Groundwork South, the project aims to enhance the sand spit’s habitat for wildlife, improve site access, develop a conservation management plan, and secure a sustainable legacy for the reserve.

For key requirements of the role please see the personal specification attached to the Job Description on our website.

In return we offer you

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum plus public holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme - including mental health helpline and face to face counselling.
• Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work and pension contributions
• Family friendly policies to support work/life balance with time off in lieu for out of hours activities
• Business travel expenses
• Health Cash Plan and 24 hour Healthline

We are a creative, committed, and enthusiastic organisation with a great track record of project development, fundraising and delivery, so there are always opportunities to grow and develop your role within our friendly team.

Groundwork South

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 front–line 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.

Apply now!

Download the Job Application pack here

Please send your completed application form, quoting reference ‘SOL25’ to [e-mail]

For further information and to discuss the role please contact Stewart Pomeroy at [e-mail]

Closing date for applications: 27th November 2025

Interview date: First Interview (on teams) Tuesday 2nd December / Second Interview (in person, at Denham) Monday 8th December.

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