Location
Horizon Business Centre, Broadland Business Park, Peachman Way, Norwich, NR7 0WF
Application Deadline
Friday, October 31, 2025
Salary Band
Band E £37,598 - £41,512
Hours
37 hours per week
Contract Type
Fixed Term until June 2026
Job Summary
We have a unique opportunity for an Environmental Project Manager to join us in a role that will allow you to make a lasting impact by driving projects that improve biodiversity, enhance green infrastructure and deliver on our ambitious Climate Change, Environment and Biodiversity plan.
In this role, you will lead and manage innovative environmental and climate projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to Council strategies. You\'ll conduct research, develop business cases, monitor risks, budgets and performance and report on progress, outcomes and lessons learnt. You will work with a variety of stakeholders from technical teams to senior leaders.
About You
With a degree in Environmental science, Sustainability, Project Management or a related field, you will have a demonstrable track record in managing complex projects ideally within sustainability or public sector settings. As an innovative and creative thinker with the ability to deliver solutions under pressure, you will have strong communication and relationship-building skills and be an adept risk manager.
If you would like to play a vital role in increasing biodiversity, tackling climate change and shaping a more environmentally sustainable future for our communities, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about the role or our organisation, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the recruiting manager, or the People Team as follows:
Annie Sommazzi - Clean Growth and Sustainability Manager
Tel: 01508 508713
Email: annie.sommazzi@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
People Team: peopleteam@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
Tel: 01508 533995
Closing Date: 20th October 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 28th October 2025
Further Information
Why Join Us?
At South Norfolk Council, you will be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team passionate about protecting the environment and improving our communities. We offer a supportive workplace where innovation is encouraged and your contribution will directly shape a more sustainable future.
To hear why our employees think that working for us is so special, please visit our website
How to apply
If you are an external applicant, please apply via our website.
For internal applicants, please apply via the internal website found through the job portal on Connect.
The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.
South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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