Project Manager (Species Survival Fund)

We have an exciting opportunity to oversee the management of a 2 year funded project: Wetter For Waders: Enhancing Somerset's Coastal Wetlands. You'll be part of our team based at the Steart Marshes and Bridgwater Bay National Nature Reserves. A predominantly capital based project which will include the coordination and management of internal resources, contractors and consultants.

This is a fixed term contract until 28th February 2026. This role is part time working 22.5 hours a week across 3 days and is suitable for hybrid working with the requirement to spend 2 days a week on site.

To join as our Project Manager you'll bring:

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field


• Current driving licence.


• Knowledge of wetland ecosystems for example the different types, their hydrology, soils, topography and ecology


• Experience of successful project management and report production


• Experience in networking, partnership building and relationship management


• Demonstrable experience of implementing effective governance arrangements to ensure timely decision making, effective risk management, and compliance with wider policies and procedures.


• Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint


We are looking for a person with an understanding of matrix management, an ability to lead, manage and motivate a project team, work effectively with others, engage multi-functional and cross-directorate teams in project delivery.

You will oversee the management of consultants and contractors, take responsibility for projects and prioritise resources accordingly whilst working alongside the site manager. With excellent self-management skills to enable independent working, autonomously and as part of a team, using initiative and being flexible and adaptable.

As one of the largest of wetlands managed by WWT and an integral coastal component of the wider Somerset landscape, this is a fantastic opportunity to oversee wetland conservation, restoration and creation. Be on the cutting edge of large scale management interventions supporting the increase in abundance of rare and protected wetland habitats and species.

Wetter For Waders is funded by the Government's Species Survival Fund. The fund was developed by Defra and its Arm's-Length Bodies. It is being delivered by The National Lottery Heritage Fund in partnership with Natural England and the Environment Agency., We're WWT, and we're on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There's never been a more important moment for our work, and we've got some phenomenal people on the case.

Whether they're taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there's nothing we love more than watching them soar.

Whatever you do here, you'll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?

Why you'll love working at WWT

• Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world


• Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people


• 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) - this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
  
  £20,643 (FTE £34,405)

Fixed Term
Steart Marshes,
• Free car parking and secure bike storage areas


• Colleague discount on shopping and memberships


• Cycle to work scheme


• Contributory pension scheme


• Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones


• Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from Care first