Conservation Projects Manager, East Anglia

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Conservation Projects Manager, East Anglia

Job Title: Conservation Projects Manager, East Anglia
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £41,900 per annum, plus pension and benefits
Location: Home-based, preferably within East Anglia or East of England

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate conservation professional to join the Trust and play a key role in the care and conservation of our outstanding churches, a fascinating and unique collection of highly listed historic buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a range of holistic, conservation and new use projects from inception to completion.
• Lead on capital, conservation and maintenance programmes in East Anglia and beyond.
• Provide professional advice and support to community-led projects.
• Collaborate with experienced consultants, skilled craftspeople, national and regional colleagues, volunteers, local partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet conservation standards, budgets and timelines.
• Prepare and oversee project documentation, contracts and tender processes.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Expertise and specialist knowledge in historic building repair and conservation.
• Proven track record of project management (client side) in the heritage sector.
• Qualifications: Building Surveyor, Conservation Architect, Estate Manager, or Project Manager.
• Strong understanding of historic building laws and conservation best practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full driving licence.

Working Hours & Benefits

• 36 hours per week, primarily home based.
• Annual salary of £41,900, plus pension and benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual's age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.