Project Manager – Peatland Restoration and Nature Recovery

Ecosulis is seeking a Project Manager for Peatland Restoration and Nature Recovery, primarily working from home with travel across the UK, especially in Scotland. The role involves overseeing multiple nature recovery projects, managing project delivery, supporting team development, and fostering client relationships. Key responsibilities include project leadership, risk management, and collaboration with stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in ecological restoration and strong project management skills.
Job Title: Project Manager – Peatland Restoration and Nature Recovery

Location: Homebased with regular travel to project sites across the UK, with particular interest in candidates living in Scotland.
Salary: Dependent on experience
Reporting To: Principal Ecologist
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time

Role Overview

The Project Manager will oversee multiple nature recovery projects, with a primary focus on peatland restoration, across the UK. This includes managing all aspects of project delivery, supporting team development on-site, driving cross-functional collaboration, managing and reporting on risks, and contributing to business growth through a customer-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership
• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of nature recovery projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes on time and within budget
• Coordinate multiple projects across the UK, ensuring effective resource allocation and timely progress reporting
• Oversee site assessments, restoration planning, and project monitoring, ensuring ecological integrity and compliance with regulations.

Coaching and Team Development
• Work collaboratively, providing coaching and support to enhance skills and expertise on-site
• Foster effective collaboration within the team to ensure successful project outcomes
• Share knowledge and best practices to support professional growth and operational excellence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align client expectations and deliver customer-centric solutions
• Engage with external stakeholders, such as landowners, regulators, and conservation organisations, to facilitate successful project delivery.

Client Relationship Management
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment with their goals
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, fostering trust and long-term partnerships
• Regularly update clients on project progress, challenges, and achievements.

Risk Management
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks across all project stages, including ecological, financial, and operational risks
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations in all project activities
• Maintain detailed risk logs and provide regular updates to stakeholders and leadership on potential impacts and mitigation strategies
• Feed risk insights and project updates into Key Account Management processes to ensure cohesive client engagement and satisfaction.

Tender and Contractor Management
• Provide technical expertise to tender processes, collaborating with the bid team to develop winning proposals
• Identify, secure, and manage experienced contractors to support the successful delivery of projects
• Support the identification and pursuit of opportunities for new nature recovery projects, with a focus on peatland restoration
• Collaborate with the commercial team to achieve business development targets and expand the project portfolio
• Build strong relationships with contractors to maintain quality and efficiency in project execution.

Key Skills and Experience

Essential
• Proven experience managing multiple ecological restoration projects, with expertise in peatland restoration
• Strong organisational and project management skills, including resource allocation and budget management
• Ability to coach and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in on-site environments
• Demonstrated client relationship management skills, delivering customer-centric solutions
• Knowledge of ecological principles, habitat restoration techniques, and monitoring methodologies
• Experience in identifying and mitigating project risks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including report writing and stakeholder engagement
• A full UK driving licence will be required for this position.

Desirable
• Familiarity with innovative tools and technologies, such as remote sensing or AI, for monitoring and restoration
• Experience securing funding and preparing bids for environmental projects.
• Membership in relevant professional bodies (e.g., CIEEM).

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead transformative nature recovery projects and contribute to a thriving future for people and the planet, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to hr@ecosulis.co.uk