Senior Project Officer - Perry and Peatlands (Maternity Cover)

Senior Project Officer Perry and Peatlands (Maternity Cover) Shrewsbury, Shropshire with agile working £37,045 - £37,788 per annum, dependent on experience + 7% pension contribution Fixed Term Contract: 1 August March 2027 Full Time - 35 hours per week Closing date: 1st May 2026 Interviews: 8th May 2026 Shropshire Wildlife Trust is seeking a confident and organised Project Manager to lead the final year delivery of our Perry and Peatlands project, providing maternity cover for the existing postholder. With a clear delivery plan and partnerships already in place, this role focuses on ensuring works are completed on schedule, budgets are managed effectively, and robust evidence is gathered for final reporting. You will coordinate contractors and consultants, manage procurement and financial reporting, and maintain momentum through the project s close out phase. What you will be doing: You will work closely with an in house Farm Advisor, who will lead on farmer engagement and support practical delivery, allowing you to focus on project management, governance and delivery assurance. We are looking for someone with: Strong project management experience Confidence managing budgets and externally funded projects Excellent organisational and communication skills A Full UK driving license Knowledge of peatlands, hydrology or environmental land management is desirable but not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful completion ..... full job details .....