Project Manager
Posted 2 days ago by Selby Abbey
£40,000 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
Selby, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Project Manager will oversee the delivery of the Selby Abbey: The Origin Stories project, a £1.5 million initiative funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. This role involves managing capital works and public engagement activities from June 2025 to October 2027, ensuring all project outputs are met. The successful candidate will liaise with various stakeholders and contribute to the project's communication and evaluation processes. This position is fixed-term at 0.6 FTE until the end of October 2027.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead full delivery of the project, ensuring all outputs and NLHF Approved Purposes are achieved
- Main liaison with The National Lottery Heritage Fund and lead on progress reports
- Oversee all staff, consultants, contractors, and delivery partners
- Manage budget, risk register, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery
- Support the Activity Plan and evaluation process
- Contribute to communications, PR, and public engagement during capital works
Key Skills:
- Experience managing complex heritage or capital projects
- Strong communication, leadership, and financial oversight skills
- Familiarity with NLHF reporting and heritage project requirements
- A passion for history, heritage, and community impact
Salary (Rate): £40,000 yearly
City: Selby
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
PLEASE NOTE: All applications must be submitted with our application form to the email address at the end of the form. Do not submit directly on LinkedIn. You can find the JD and application form on the homepage of our website: https://www.selbyabbey.org.uk/
Position: Project Manager
Type: Fixed-Term, 0.6 FTE (until end of October 2027)
Salary: £40,000 pro rata
Reports to: Project Steering Committee and Project Director
Location: Selby Abbey, North Yorkshire
Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 16th June 2025
Interviews: W/C 30th June 2025
About the Origins Project: Selby Abbey: The Origin Stories is a transformational £1.5 million initiative funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Running from June 2025 to October 2027, the project will secure the future of our Grade I listed Abbey through vital restoration and a wide-reaching public engagement programme. Our vision includes critical repairs to the Abbey’s north transept and St Germain window, the creation of a Monastic Garden, and an exciting range of activities designed to connect with local families, schools, older adults, students, and those with wellbeing needs.
The Opportunity: We are seeking a skilled and committed Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of both the capital works and the engagement elements of the project. This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally significant project that blends conservation, creativity, education, and community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead full delivery of the project, ensuring all outputs and NLHF Approved Purposes are achieved
- Main liaison with The National Lottery Heritage Fund and lead on progress reports
- Oversee all staff, consultants, contractors, and delivery partners
- Manage budget, risk register, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery
- Support the Activity Plan and evaluation process
- Contribute to communications, PR, and public engagement during capital works
About You:
- Experience managing complex heritage or capital projects
- Strong communication, leadership, and financial oversight skills
- Familiarity with NLHF reporting and heritage project requirements
- A passion for history, heritage, and community impact
How to Apply: For an application form and more information please go to our website – https://www.selbyabbey.org.uk/ Apply now and help bring the Origins Project to life