Advertised from 29 August 2025

Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead the development phase of a landmark conservation initiative at Inverbroom, a 7,000-hectare reserve in the Scottish Highlands. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of landscape-scale restoration, working with a passionate team and a wide range of stakeholders to deliver nature-positive outcomes for people and wildlife. 

More information about Inverbroom can be found here and on our Reserves page Inverbroom | Scottish Wildlife Trust

About the Role

As Project Manager, you will:

• Lead a development project, establishing a baseline understanding of the reserve’s natural heritage.
• Champion the long-term vision for Inverbroom: a thriving landscape of healthy uplands, native woodlands, revived rivers, and species-rich grasslands.
• Manage project governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee contractor recruitment and delivery of key activities, including thermal drone surveys and grazing options planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to scope restoration, training, and engagement opportunities.
• Support the development of follow-on funding and a robust monitoring and evaluation framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a detailed project activity plan and monitor progress against milestones and KPIs.
• Facilitate a Strategic Advisory Group and ensure high-quality reporting to funders.
• Lead communications and engagement with stakeholders, funders, and local communities.
• Coordinate with internal teams across Reserves, Knowledge & Evidence, Communications, and Policy.

About You

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in project management, ideally in conservation, land management, or rural development.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Experience in managing contractors and overseeing ecological or land-based projects.
• A collaborative approach and ability to work across disciplines and organisations.
• Passion for nature restoration and community engagement.

Why Join Us?

The Scottish Wildlife Trust is a leading conservation charity with a bold vision for a connected, resilient landscape where nature and people thrive. This role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on one of Scotland’s most ambitious restoration projects.

Application notes

Closing date: 24th September 2025

Interviews: We anticipate conducting interviews in person at Inverbroom, week commencing 6th October (tbc)

Visit our website to apply

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