Open Spaces Project Manager

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the Environment Team on a range of projects linked to a £2.5 million Public Initiatives Fund. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering rejuvenation and improvement projects across parks, playgrounds and public open spaces, helping to create safer, more sustainable and community-focused environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and manage procurement documentation for multiple projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with governance requirements.
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones and reporting structures.
• Identify, manage and mitigate project and environmental risks.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, stakeholders and local communities.
• Maintain accurate project records, financial reporting and compliance documentation.
• Support initiatives focused on reducing anti-social behaviour and improving safety within parks and open spaces.
• Coordinate with communications teams to promote projects and public engagement initiatives.
• Arrange and lead stakeholder meetings throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with the production of project specifications and procurement requirements.

Experience Required

• Proven project management experience, ideally within parks, open spaces or environmental improvement projects.
• Experience working on public realm, playground or regeneration initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and project governance.
• Experience managing budgets, timelines and risk registers.
• Understanding of community safety and anti-social behaviour reduction initiatives.
• Experience in play space procurement, open space development and data management.
• Lake management experience is desirable.

Working Arrangements

• Hybrid working
• 3 days per week onsite required due to the nature of the role

Application Process

If you are interested in applying, please respond with:

• An up-to-date CV
• Your availability / notice period
• Your required rate (Inside IR35)