We’re looking for a Project Manager to join us on a 12 month fixed term appointment, working with our national urban team to help take forward our work in towns and cities as a core part of our new strategy.
What it’s like to work here
We work with passionate people in inspiring places and have the opportunity to make a difference every day. We have big ambitions, value creativity and diversity and want to work together in new, dynamic, and innovative ways. We look after special places for ever, for everyone. We know the positive impact they have on people’s lives because places matter, to our wellbeing, our spirit, and our relationships.
You will be part of the National Trust’s urban team who have a role to improve access to nature, history and beauty for residents in towns and cities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The team also have an exciting remit to think differently about how the National Trust can deliver its charitable purpose through news ways of working and delivery.
Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll report into the Urban Programme Manager and work closely with local city and national teams, leading on all elements of early project feasibility working to highly engaged project boards and supported by an internal consultancy and specialist network within the National Trust. You’ll be required to obtain external and internal professional consultancy services to support development of the project through competitive tender processes and consultant frameworks.
A key aspect of this project is engaging and building relationships with stakeholders, and you must be really comfortable working in a matrix environment deploying your influencing skills. You’ll be required to work in an environment with a level of ambiguity.
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don’t need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.
Who we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you’re:
- Experienced in successfully delivering end to end project/programme management, including defining resources, leading project teams and matrix management across multiple projects/programmes
- A professional with technical knowledge and skills in project management ideally with a recognised project (AMP PMQ/Prince) or programme management (MSP) qualification
- Able to evidence ongoing CPD in your career to date
- You’re a flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions with senior leaders
- A skilled communicator, with experience of managing complex and challenging situations with competing interests and a diverse range of people
- A leader for inclusion, who finds ways to create an inclusive culture
- Experience and knowledge of delivering projects in towns and cities that create public benefit through access to and promotion of nature and history.
The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
National Trust place
Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2NA
Documents
Project Manager Grade 6.pdf
Requirements
Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
EqualOpportunities Statement
The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here.
Safeguarding Statement
The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment process to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre.
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