Project Manager

Salary/Rate:£Competitive
Town/City:Cardiff
County:Cardiff
Sector:Ecology and Forestry
Job ref:1269042
Post Date:18.07.25
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is proud to partner with a respected, long-established, and award-winning multidisciplinary environmental consultancy. With offices across Wales and England, they are known for delivering thoughtful, practical, and technically robust solutions across sectors including infrastructure, regeneration, conservation, and public realm.

The team includes in-house specialists in landscape architecture, ecology, environmental planning, arboriculture, GIS, and more—working collaboratively to support projects that deliver real environmental and community value.


Their Values

  • Quality & Environmental Leadership: Operates under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 accredited systems.

  • Sustainability at the Core: Actively reduces emissions and resource use, embedding sustainability into all practices.

  • Community-Focused: Supports social value through local volunteering, school and community projects, and stakeholder engagement.

  • Supportive Culture: A small, collaborative, and flexible team environment with strong mentoring, training, and professional development.


The Opportunity

This is a fantastic role for a Project Manager with a technical (engineering/environmental) background to take the lead on complex, multidisciplinary projects from concept through to delivery and post-completion care. You’ll manage dynamic teams, coordinate across specialist disciplines, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.


Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

  • Define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables

  • Create and manage detailed project plans and schedules

  • Track progress and adapt strategies as needed

Team Leadership

  • Lead multi-disciplinary teams across technical and environmental disciplines

  • Encourage communication, collaboration, and accountability

Financial & Risk Management

  • Develop and manage project budgets

  • Forecast resources and mitigate risks

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as the central point of contact for internal teams and clients

  • Provide regular updates on milestones, issues, and outcomes

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure all outputs meet regulatory, technical, and quality standards

  • Conduct post-project evaluations and apply lessons learned


What You’ll Bring

Essential:

  • Degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline

  • 5+ years’ project management experience in complex, cross-functional environments

  • Strong understanding of project management tools and methodologies

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

  • Experience with industry standards and compliance (e.g., ISO, CE, OSHA)

Desirable:

  • Master’s degree or PMP certification

  • Familiarity with Agile/hybrid project methodologies

  • Proficiency with tools such as CAD, GIS, or simulation/engineering software

  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment


Why Apply Through Ocean to Earth Recruitment?

At Ocean to Earth, we specialise in connecting driven professionals with impactful, meaningful roles in environmental, technical, and infrastructure sectors. You’ll have one-on-one support throughout your application journey, ensuring the right cultural and technical fit.

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