Recreation Projects Implementation Manager

Recreation Projects Implementation Manager

Salary: £55,000–£58,000Location: North West (with travel across regional sites)Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Recreation Projects Implementation Manager to turn strategic plans into fully deliverable, compliant, and high-quality projects across a large and diverse land portfolio. This role plays a pivotal part in shaping outstanding visitor experiences, ensuring every site is legally ready, sustainably designed, and prepared for seamless implementation.

You’ll lead on land permissions, planning, and estate design while coordinating with internal and external partners to bring access and recreation improvements to life.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Translate strategic access & recreation plans into deliverable on-the-ground projects.
• Manage enabling works, infrastructure upgrades, signage programmes, and visitor access improvements.
• Oversee project planning, procurement, risk management, and budget control.

Land Permissions & Compliance

• Lead the acquisition of planning permissions, environmental consents, heritage approvals, and landowner permissions.
• Ensure all projects comply with relevant legislatio...