Project Manager (River Restoration)

The Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) is seeking a Project Manager to join our dynamic and effective team. We are an organisation driven by a passion for Fife’s environment, committed to developing and delivering high quality, impact led projects for the benefit of people and nature. We believe that our people are our greatest asset and look to employ individuals who bring a positive, energetic, constructive, and committed attitude to the workplace.

Working with the Head of Development, the Project Manager will plan, co-ordinate and manage the development and delivery of projects. In partnership with SEPA and Fife Council, they will lead on specific River Restoration projects as well as supporting wider initiatives and partnerships that contribute to our vision. Initial project focus for this post will be the Back Burn and River Leven Restoration Projects, closely linked with The Leven Programme. As these projects mature, focus will be on developing and delivering further River Restoration projects across Fife.

The Project Manager will work collaboratively with FCCT teams, partners, funders, specialist consultants, communities, landowners, and other stakeholders. They will be responsible for stakeholder engagement, inspiring and leading project teams, communications, overseeing delivery, project reporting including finances to partners and funders, problem solving, and evaluation. The post will also play a key role in procurement, contract management, budgetary control, and securing funding whilst technical support is in place to support with these elements.

Essential Characteristics

• Collaborative and engaging with the ability to enthuse and inspire project teams and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and well organised individual who is driven by a belief in what they are doing and achieving the ambitions of the project.
• Project management experience. Taking ownership of all stages from development through to evaluation with an eye for detail and budgetary diligence. Familiar with the use of project management tools and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present clearly and confidently to a range of audiences.
• Excellent listening skills, with the ability to balance information and reach solutions by consensus.

This post is a full-time (36 hours per week) permanent post with an annual salary from £38,950.71 to £42,686.23 (FC8). Work will be delivered over a five-day week but may include some evening and weekend work as required. Additional benefits include:

• Access to and support for professional development and training
• A comprehensive induction and orientation
• Access to a competitive Pension Scheme
• Opportunity for flexible working

The closing date for this role is midnight on Sunday 31st March, with interviews expected to take place week commencing 15th April.