RSPB
Newquay, Cornwall
Senior Project Manager - Nature South West Reference: APR Location: Flexible (within the area covered by Nature South West). The post holder must have the ability to travel throughout the South West where necessary. Contract: 24 Months Fixed Term Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £40,381.00 - £43,113.00 Per Annum Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Do you have a passion for saving nature in the South West of England? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the next phase of Nature South West (NSW)-a bold regional initiative accelerating large-scale nature recovery through collaboration, technical support, and investment readiness. Hosted by the RSPB, and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Project Manager will coordinate partners, manage the creation of investable propositions, engage with funders, oversee communications and events, and secure further funding. The ideal candidate will have experience in green finance, nature recovery policy, and multi-stakeholder project delivery. Due to the breadth of the work, the job will be exciting and varied, with a real opportunity to make a big difference to nature. About Nature South West The South West of England is rich in natural resources and has the potential to lead the UK in green technologies and nature-based solutions. Its economy is deeply intertwined with the health of its ecosystems, supporting industries like agriculture, tourism, fishing, and renewable energy. However, the region is under significant pressure from the climate and biodiversity crises, which threaten both its environment and economy. Nature is often overlooked in financial decision-making, and restoration efforts are typically short-term and underfunded. Nature South West (NSW) has emerged to fill this critical gap. Acting as a regional bridge between local delivery partners and large-scale funders, NSW will bring together expertise and project opportunities to define shared priorities for nature recovery. These priorities will be shaped into investible propositions that meet environmental, economic, and social needs, enabling projects to attract broader and more sustained funding. NSW is initially focusing on two of the South West s most vital natural systems: rivers and wetlands, and coastal and marine habitats. These landscapes are not only rich in biodiversity but also critical to the region s resilience-supporting clean water, carbon storage, flood protection, and local livelihoods. By convening partners, sharing expertise, and championing investible nature recovery opportunities, NSW is positioning the South West as a national leader in nature-based solutions and unlocking new pathways for public and private investment. Key areas of work will include: Responsibility for all aspects of project coordination and delivery of the Nature South West Project Plan, activities and outputs. Manage the project budget ensuring that necessary changes are escalated and approved. Engaging with stakeholders Identify, record, manage and communicate risks and issues, putting in place appropriate contingency actions where required. Managing the procurement and contractor tendering process for evaluation, website design/delivery and green finance specialist. Managing and overseeing consultants & contractors. Reporting and claiming - produce the relevant project documentation to meet the requirements of the RSPB, The National Lottery Heritage Fund, our partners and other funders. What we need from you: We re seeking a dynamic and adaptable individual who can lead a complex programme with confidence and clarity. Essential skills and experience: Energy, enthusiasm, and adaptability to deliver a multi-faceted programme on time and on budget Experience in project management, event coordination, and/or communications Proven ability to work independently and take initiative Experience delivering large-scale, complex projects or programmes Knowledge of green finance, particularly in securing blended finance for large-scale environmental projects with co-benefits Experience with procurement, tendering, and contractor management Understanding of nature recovery priorities in policy and legislation, and how they apply in the South West Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver complex projects; knowledge of South West partners is desirable Experience writing business cases or funding bids, and overseeing project delivery and reporting Excellent communication skills and a well-organised approach to work Additional Information This is a 24-month Full-Time role for 37.5 hours per week which is funded through the National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of the Nature South West programme. Reports to: The RSPB, with operational guidance provided by the Nature South West Board, comprising representatives of Natural England, the Environment Agency, National Trust, Blackdown Hills National landscape, NFU, Devon Wildlife Trust, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership. Closing date: 23:59, Monday 11th May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature s side. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. No agencies please.
Senior Project Manager - Nature South West Reference: APR Location: Flexible (within the area covered by Nature South West). The post holder must have the ability to travel throughout the South West where necessary. Contract: 24 Months Fixed Term Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £40,381.00 - £43,113.00 Per Annum Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Do you have a passion for saving nature in the South West of England? This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the next phase of Nature South West (NSW)-a bold regional initiative accelerating large-scale nature recovery through collaboration, technical support, and investment readiness. Hosted by the RSPB, and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Project Manager will coordinate partners, manage the creation of investable propositions, engage with funders, oversee communications and events, and secure further funding. The ideal candidate will have experience in green finance, nature recovery policy, and multi-stakeholder project delivery. Due to the breadth of the work, the job will be exciting and varied, with a real opportunity to make a big difference to nature. About Nature South West The South West of England is rich in natural resources and has the potential to lead the UK in green technologies and nature-based solutions. Its economy is deeply intertwined with the health of its ecosystems, supporting industries like agriculture, tourism, fishing, and renewable energy. However, the region is under significant pressure from the climate and biodiversity crises, which threaten both its environment and economy. Nature is often overlooked in financial decision-making, and restoration efforts are typically short-term and underfunded. Nature South West (NSW) has emerged to fill this critical gap. Acting as a regional bridge between local delivery partners and large-scale funders, NSW will bring together expertise and project opportunities to define shared priorities for nature recovery. These priorities will be shaped into investible propositions that meet environmental, economic, and social needs, enabling projects to attract broader and more sustained funding. NSW is initially focusing on two of the South West s most vital natural systems: rivers and wetlands, and coastal and marine habitats. These landscapes are not only rich in biodiversity but also critical to the region s resilience-supporting clean water, carbon storage, flood protection, and local livelihoods. By convening partners, sharing expertise, and championing investible nature recovery opportunities, NSW is positioning the South West as a national leader in nature-based solutions and unlocking new pathways for public and private investment. Key areas of work will include: Responsibility for all aspects of project coordination and delivery of the Nature South West Project Plan, activities and outputs. Manage the project budget ensuring that necessary changes are escalated and approved. Engaging with stakeholders Identify, record, manage and communicate risks and issues, putting in place appropriate contingency actions where required. Managing the procurement and contractor tendering process for evaluation, website design/delivery and green finance specialist. Managing and overseeing consultants & contractors. Reporting and claiming - produce the relevant project documentation to meet the requirements of the RSPB, The National Lottery Heritage Fund, our partners and other funders. What we need from you: We re seeking a dynamic and adaptable individual who can lead a complex programme with confidence and clarity. Essential skills and experience: Energy, enthusiasm, and adaptability to deliver a multi-faceted programme on time and on budget Experience in project management, event coordination, and/or communications Proven ability to work independently and take initiative Experience delivering large-scale, complex projects or programmes Knowledge of green finance, particularly in securing blended finance for large-scale environmental projects with co-benefits Experience with procurement, tendering, and contractor management Understanding of nature recovery priorities in policy and legislation, and how they apply in the South West Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver complex projects; knowledge of South West partners is desirable Experience writing business cases or funding bids, and overseeing project delivery and reporting Excellent communication skills and a well-organised approach to work Additional Information This is a 24-month Full-Time role for 37.5 hours per week which is funded through the National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of the Nature South West programme. Reports to: The RSPB, with operational guidance provided by the Nature South West Board, comprising representatives of Natural England, the Environment Agency, National Trust, Blackdown Hills National landscape, NFU, Devon Wildlife Trust, Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Local Nature Partnership. Closing date: 23:59, Monday 11th May 2026 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature s side. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. No agencies please.
Savills
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Surveyor to join our Architecture & Building Surveying (ABS) team.You'll be based out of our Cirencester office, and your focus will be in the following areas: • Contract administration and project monitoring• Building surveys and report writing• Schedules of Condition and planned preventative maintenance programmes• Preparing tenders and contract documents• Advising on appointing contractors, designers and procurement routes• Preparing scheme designs and specifications of works• Preparing schedules of dilapidations• Advising on the preservation/conservation of historic buildings• Full understanding of CDM2015 duties• Preparation of Building regulations applications• Demonstrating a genuine understanding of Professional building surveying• Working to a high standard with strong client care and managing existing clients• Holds own client or client agent relationships on a day-to-day basis and becomes first point of contact for a client and with minimal oversight by others.• Has the confidence of their manager/director to take the lead on managing a client relationship.• Demonstrates effective time management to deliver instructions to deadlines and meets PowerBi KPI measures.• At a level where you are able to lead and develop others, have a full understanding of the relevant standards associated with the technical work.• Input into the development of the service line standard and undertake the role of skills leader effectively.• Demonstrating an awareness of all RICS guidelines and best practices relating to Party Wall Act, project management, Employers Agent and Reinstatement Cost Assessments. Click here to download the full job specification. Please ensure you read this before applying. What we offer you: Career and Professional Development 25-30 Days Annual Leave, depending on grade Life Assurance Private Medical Scheme Virtual GP Global Mobility Scheme Rewards Platform Company Pension Scheme Enhanced Incremental Annual Leave Find out more about Savills offer Team Overview Savills ABS team provides advice on architecture and building consultancy, and works closely alongside colleagues in rural planning, estate management, forestry, professional consultancy (tax, valuation, expert witness), farms and estate sales and purchasing, food and farming, renewable energy, energy brokerage, mapping and strategic projects. Our clients range from private individuals, rural estates, companies as well as institutions and charities. The wider Rural division operates across the UK, with a network of 37 offices and a number of estate offices from Inverness in the North to Truro in the South-West. Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.
Role Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Surveyor to join our Architecture & Building Surveying (ABS) team.You'll be based out of our Cirencester office, and your focus will be in the following areas: • Contract administration and project monitoring• Building surveys and report writing• Schedules of Condition and planned preventative maintenance programmes• Preparing tenders and contract documents• Advising on appointing contractors, designers and procurement routes• Preparing scheme designs and specifications of works• Preparing schedules of dilapidations• Advising on the preservation/conservation of historic buildings• Full understanding of CDM2015 duties• Preparation of Building regulations applications• Demonstrating a genuine understanding of Professional building surveying• Working to a high standard with strong client care and managing existing clients• Holds own client or client agent relationships on a day-to-day basis and becomes first point of contact for a client and with minimal oversight by others.• Has the confidence of their manager/director to take the lead on managing a client relationship.• Demonstrates effective time management to deliver instructions to deadlines and meets PowerBi KPI measures.• At a level where you are able to lead and develop others, have a full understanding of the relevant standards associated with the technical work.• Input into the development of the service line standard and undertake the role of skills leader effectively.• Demonstrating an awareness of all RICS guidelines and best practices relating to Party Wall Act, project management, Employers Agent and Reinstatement Cost Assessments. Click here to download the full job specification. Please ensure you read this before applying. What we offer you: Career and Professional Development 25-30 Days Annual Leave, depending on grade Life Assurance Private Medical Scheme Virtual GP Global Mobility Scheme Rewards Platform Company Pension Scheme Enhanced Incremental Annual Leave Find out more about Savills offer Team Overview Savills ABS team provides advice on architecture and building consultancy, and works closely alongside colleagues in rural planning, estate management, forestry, professional consultancy (tax, valuation, expert witness), farms and estate sales and purchasing, food and farming, renewable energy, energy brokerage, mapping and strategic projects. Our clients range from private individuals, rural estates, companies as well as institutions and charities. The wider Rural division operates across the UK, with a network of 37 offices and a number of estate offices from Inverness in the North to Truro in the South-West. Recruitment agencies Savills only pay agency fees where we have a signed agreement in place and that agency has been previously contacted and directed by a member of our recruitment team. We do not pay agency fees when speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Savills or any of our employees other than via our careers website and through our recruitment process. If this is not adhered to, agency fees will not be paid.Submission of any unsolicited CVs or proposals to Savills will be deemed evidence of full and unlimited acceptance of this approach.
