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Do you want to make a real, lasting impact on communities and the environment in the West Midlands? Are you passionate about bringing people together to deliver meaningful change? WMCA is seeking a Community Environment Project Manager to lead and deliver ambitious programmes that improve air quality, protect natural spaces, build climate resilience, and promote sustainable living. As part of the Environment Team, you’ll be central to shaping and delivering our community-focused environmental projects. Your work will connect a wide range of stakeholders including local authorities, community networks, environmental organisations, and government agencies, ensuring WMCA’s programmes meet the needs of communities across the region. You’ll work strategically to identify opportunities for innovation, funding, and scale, while leading project delivery with real accountability for outcomes. You’ll be at the heart of projects that improve local air quality, protect green spaces, and strengthen communities against climate challenges. By bringing together stakeholders, coordinating initiatives, and driving programmes forward, your work will deliver tangible benefits that people can see and feel across the West Midlands. This is a chance to turn ideas into action and make a real difference in the places people live, work, and spend time.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the delivery of community environment programmes, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard
Develop and implement strategies to engage communities, local authorities, and partner organisations across the region
Coordinate multi-stakeholder workshops to share learning, identify strategic opportunities, and foster collaboration
Manage consultants, contractors, and external partners to deliver programme milestones and outcomes
Secure funding for community-facing projects and maximise value for money
Monitor, evaluate, and report on the impact of projects, sharing lessons to inform future work
Produce high-quality reports, briefing notes, and presentations for leadership teams, boards, and external stakeholders
Represent WMCA at external forums, conferences, and meetings, advocating for community-led environmental initiatives
Requirements:
Proven experience in community engagement and environmental projects
Strong project or programme management skills, including budgeting, monitoring, and reporting
Track record in multi-stakeholder engagement and building effective partnerships
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills
Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and problem-solve effectively
Proficient in MS Office, Teams, and SharePoint
Degree or relevant professional qualification, with Project Management accreditation (or willingness to undertake)
Commitment to creating a fairer, greener, healthier West Midlands
What we offer:
Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA
Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses