Project Delivery Officer

Help restore the rivers of the North East

Tyne Rivers Trust is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Project Delivery Officer to deliver ambitious river and habitat restoration projects that will help make the North East more biodiverse and resilient to a changing climate.

We work to restore the rivers of the Tyne and Northumberland, from Cumbria and South Tyneside to the coastal streams around Budle Bay, for the benefit of people and wildlife. Following our expansion to include the Northumberland River catchments, we are entering an exciting period of growth, with increasing opportunities to deliver practical restoration at scale.

This is a hands-on role for someone who wants to turn restoration plans into action on the ground. You will work alongside our talented technical team, landowners, consultants, contractors and partners to deliver high-quality projects that restore rivers, improve habitats and enhance the health and resilience of our catchments.

About the role

You will have responsibility for the delivery of river and habitat restoration projects, taking them from development through consenting, procurement and construction to completion, with support from our Project Delivery Manager and technical specialists.

The role will involve delivering a range of projects, including river restoration, wetland creation, floodplain reconnection, natural flood management and habitat improvement. Working alongside colleagues with expertise across river, land, species and water management, you will coordinate contractors and consultants, manage budgets, undertake site visits and work with landowners and stakeholders to deliver safe, effective and high-quality restoration projects on the ground.

There may also be opportunities to deliver commercial environmental projects through our consultancy arm, River Catchment Services, helping to generate vital income for the Trust.

Key responsibilities

Restore habitats

• Manage contractors, consultants, schedules, procurement and budgets to ensure effective delivery of river restoration, habitat creation, floodplain reconnection, natural flood management and wider environmental improvement projects to completion
• Deliver all works in line with CDM 2015 regulations
• Work with landowners, partners and stakeholders to secure permissions and agreements and support effective project delivery.
• Undertake regular site visits, oversee works and resolve issues to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required standards.
• Manage project documentation, close-out and post-project monitoring, capturing outcomes and lessons to inform future restoration work.

Work with landowners, land managers and partners

• Build positive working relationships with landowners, land managers, partners, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively to identify and develop opportunities for river restoration and habitat creation.
• Communicate technical and practical aspects of restoration projects to a range of audiences.
• Help identify opportunities to deliver multiple environmental benefits through integrated catchment restoration.

Project delivery

• Maintain project programmes, budgets, risks and reporting requirements for assigned projects.
• Develop work programmes and delivery plans, identifying emerging risks, delays and resource requirements.
• Contribute practical delivery input and cost information to funding applications and project proposals.
• Help develop consistent approaches to project mobilisation, procurement, contractor management and project close-out.
• Contribute to improving TRT’s project delivery systems and processes as our restoration programme expands.

About you

We’re looking for someone who combines practical project delivery skills with a passion for restoring rivers and wildlife-rich habitats.

You will bring:

• Experience delivering environmental, river restoration, habitat creation or construction-based projects.
• Experience managing contractors and consultants and coordinating practical works.
• Experience working with landowners, farmers, partners or other external stakeholders.
• Experience developing project programmes, budgets and delivery plans.
• An understanding of river restoration and habitat creation principles.
• An understanding of environmental regulations, consenting and planning requirements.
• A good understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and construction project delivery.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people.
• A willingness to learn and develop your knowledge and skills.

Knowledge of natural flood management, wetland creation, fisheries or catchment restoration would be an advantage. Experience of procurement, tendering, GIS or relevant construction qualifications would also be desirable.

Why join Tyne Rivers Trust?

This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious environmental charity at a significant point in its development. As our work expands across the North East, you’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in delivering practical restoration projects and helping shape how we restore rivers at scale.

We offer:

• Flexible and hybrid working.
• A supportive, passionate and collaborative team.
• Opportunities for learning, professional development and career progression.
• A varied role working across a diverse range of river and habitat restoration projects.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced scientists and environmental specialists.
• The chance to see your work translate directly into practical improvements for rivers, wildlife and communities.

Interested?

If you’re a practical and collaborative professional who wants to make a real difference on the ground, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us and help restore healthier rivers, wildlife-rich habitats and resilient catchments across the North East.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our Chief Scientist and Technical Director, Dr. Jack Bloomer, at [email protected].