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Overview
Farming Project Manager - Preston, Lancashire | Full-time | £DOETired of managing the same old projects? Want to roll your sleeves up and help grow something completely new? We''re hiring on behalf of an ambitious, eco-driven business doing things a little differently. They''re turning traditional farming on its head, using cutting-edge RandD, natural solutions, and some serious innovation to grow a novel crop with massive environmental benefits.This isn''t a start-up in the risky sense; they''ve been testing this system for years in greenhouses, proving that it works. But now it''s time to scale. That''s where you come in.The Role
This isn''t your classic clipboard Project Manager role. You\''ll be right at the heart of a growing operation, quite literally. Working closely with growers, scientists and project partners, your job is to get this unusual crop out of the glasshouse and thriving in the field.You\''ll take the lead on planning, coordinating and scaling a field-based growing system that\''s still in its early stages. Expect hands-on problem-solving, occasional kit-fixing, and lots of freedom to shape how things are done.What You''ll Be Doing
Running the project on a day-to-day basis: crop planning, tracking progress, and troubleshootingDeveloping and improving planting, harvesting and processing methodsMaking sure things run on time, on budget, and with minimal stressCreating and managing reporting pipelines, both internally and for external project fundersAttending partner meetings, industry events, and contributing to knowledge-sharingCollaborating with the wider RandD team to trial new methods and techHelping shape what this project looks like in 6 months, 1 year, even 5 yearsYou''ll Love This Role If You
Are a naturally organised person who loves bringing structure to fast-moving projectsHave a background in farming, agri-tech, science-based projects, or field-based RandDEnjoy solving weird problems and aren\''t afraid to get a bit muddy in the processAre self-sufficient and happy working independently, there\''s support, but you\''ll be owning thisBonus Points For
Experience with small-scale or specialist cropsKnowledge of irrigation, soil health, or agronomyA keen interest in new agricultural machinery or sustainable farming techThe drive to lead a small team in the future as the business growsWhy This Is a Bit Different
You\''ll be working on a truly unique, nature-based solution with real environmental impactThe business is backed by serious RandD, a growing reputation, and a great teamIn four years, they expect to be unrecognisable (in the best way) and you\''ll be part of that journey from the ground upHow to Apply
If you\''ve got the skills, the passion, and the drive, we\''d love to hear from you.For an informal chat about the position, please call me, Emily, on (phone number removed), email (url removed) or drop me a message on LinkedIn. Don\''t worry if your CV isn\''t up to date, just send what you have already, and we can sort the rest ..... full job details .....