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Peatland Project Manager

Location: Perth, Scotland

Are you passionate about environmental conservation and ready to make a significant impact on peatland restoration in Scotland? We are seeking a dedicated Peatland Project Manager to join our Client's Carbon Team based in Perth, Scotland. As a Peatland Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing their peatland restoration projects and ensuring they align with the Peatland Code or alternative Peatland Carbon standard. If you're ready to lead and drive change in a dynamic and collaborative environment, read on!

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage the peatland restoration project portfolio, overseeing projects from concept to design, implementation, monitoring, and verification.

* Design peatland restoration projects, ensuring they meet the latest Peatland Carbon guidance.

* Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, appraisals, and peatland condition assessments to ensure project compliance.

* Strategically design project phases to achieve client objectives for large, multi-phase sites.

* Collaborate with the Carbon Team to integrate ground/site survey data into Peatland Code documentation.

* Assist with the operational management of peatland restoration contractors and coordinate with our in-house forest management team.

* Support Investment and Business Development Managers in identifying potential peatland projects for acquisition.

* Provide in-house training when required for peatland restoration projects.

* Assist the Carbon Team in external presentations and events related to peatland restoration.

Qualifications and Skills:

* Degree in Environmental Management/Peatland or equivalent.

* Proven experience in peatland restoration, design, and implementation.

* Thorough understanding of Peatland Restoration and Peatland Carbon.

* Experience in conducting peat depth surveys, feasibility studies, and peatland condition assessments.

* Proficiency in the Peatland Code and knowledge of UK peatland-related legislation.

* Operational management experience.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).

* Self-driven with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced commercial environment.

* Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

* Flexibility to handle increased work pressure when necessary.

* Knowledge of GIS Mapping is a plus.

Communications and Key Working Relationships:

* Carbon Manager

* Carbon Team

* Investment and Business Development Director

* Investment Team

* Regional Forest Managers

* Forest Managers

If you're ready to take on the challenge of managing and restoring peatlands in the picturesque landscapes of Perth, Scotland, and contribute to a sustainable future, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Help our client make a difference, one peatland at a time