Renewable Energy Project Manager - Northern Ireland & Wales
Posted 2 weeks ago by Job Board - Reed on Reed
£43,407 Per year
Inside
Onsite
Alcester
Summary We re responding to accelerating climate change across all areas of our business, designing out waste and pollution, establishing a sustainable supply chain and switching to the use of renewable resources. We ve set ourselves tough energy reduction targets to reduce our fossil fuel use as part of our commitment to achieve a net zero carbon position by 2030. Attached you'll find a case study which provides insight into the progress we have made so far.
We're looking for a Renewable Energy Project Manager to join our established Renewable Energy programme which is leading the challenge of delivering low carbon technology in the Heritage sector. We work in the most sensitive landscapes, within nationally treasured buildings, installing cutting edge infrastructure to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
This is a two year fixed term contract. We're offering a starting salary of 43,407.00 What it's like to work here We're bigger than you think, more complicated than we appear and we're larger scale than you'd imagine. We've got passionate people in all our teams, and we've got so much more we want to achieve.
We're for ever, for everyone, and we really mean that.
You ll be based based at our NI Regional Office at Rowallane Gardens or one of our North Wales regional offices. We support hybrid working and are keen to agree working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust. You'll be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. Regular travel will be required with occasional overnight stays with travel expenses covered.
What you'll be doing You ll be delivering low carbon heat projects throughout our Northern Ireland and North Wales properties using our project management framework which is closely aligned with the APM process. You'll lead all stages of the project lifecycle for the delivery of heat pump systems (ground source, water source and air source) and biomass heating systems.
You ll ensure both internal and external stakeholders are motivated, well informed and that proper provision is in place to deliver projects to time, quality and budget. Your responsibility will run until the project is handed over to the property and the system is operating as part of business as usual.
Who we're looking for You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role. We d love to hear from you if you have:
1.Project Manager or Project Engineer experience with good working knowledge of either: GSHP/WSHP/ASHP and/or biomass heating systems Heating system engineering in medium to large scale historic buildings Managing construction projects in historic buildings
2.Degree level qualification in Renewable Energy Systems, Building Services or Construction combined with experience of end to end project management including defining resources, leading procurement, securing project teams and managing multiple projects.
3.Professional project management qualification such as APM PMQ, MSP or PRINCE 2 or RICS Chartered PM.
4.Excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and influencing skills to confidently engage with all stakeholders from senior leaders to groundworkers; demonstrating the ability to manage complex and contentious stakeholder relationships.
5.Good contract management knowledge (e.g. NEC3 or JCT), solid understanding of CDM regulations applicable to engineering and construction projectsand the confidence to positively manage contractors and consultants to find innovative solutions to issues.
6.Budget management experience of projects with contract values between 150,000 and 2,000,000 .
7.An appreciation of the constraints, requirements, and sensitivities of working in listed / heritage buildings, designated landscapes, and operational visitor attractions, including the consenting and planning application process.
The package
We're looking for a Renewable Energy Project Manager to join our established Renewable Energy programme which is leading the challenge of delivering low carbon technology in the Heritage sector. We work in the most sensitive landscapes, within nationally treasured buildings, installing cutting edge infrastructure to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
This is a two year fixed term contract. We're offering a starting salary of 43,407.00 What it's like to work here We're bigger than you think, more complicated than we appear and we're larger scale than you'd imagine. We've got passionate people in all our teams, and we've got so much more we want to achieve.
We're for ever, for everyone, and we really mean that.
You ll be based based at our NI Regional Office at Rowallane Gardens or one of our North Wales regional offices. We support hybrid working and are keen to agree working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust. You'll be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. Regular travel will be required with occasional overnight stays with travel expenses covered.
What you'll be doing You ll be delivering low carbon heat projects throughout our Northern Ireland and North Wales properties using our project management framework which is closely aligned with the APM process. You'll lead all stages of the project lifecycle for the delivery of heat pump systems (ground source, water source and air source) and biomass heating systems.
You ll ensure both internal and external stakeholders are motivated, well informed and that proper provision is in place to deliver projects to time, quality and budget. Your responsibility will run until the project is handed over to the property and the system is operating as part of business as usual.
Who we're looking for You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what is possible in this role. We d love to hear from you if you have:
1.Project Manager or Project Engineer experience with good working knowledge of either: GSHP/WSHP/ASHP and/or biomass heating systems Heating system engineering in medium to large scale historic buildings Managing construction projects in historic buildings
2.Degree level qualification in Renewable Energy Systems, Building Services or Construction combined with experience of end to end project management including defining resources, leading procurement, securing project teams and managing multiple projects.
3.Professional project management qualification such as APM PMQ, MSP or PRINCE 2 or RICS Chartered PM.
4.Excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and influencing skills to confidently engage with all stakeholders from senior leaders to groundworkers; demonstrating the ability to manage complex and contentious stakeholder relationships.
5.Good contract management knowledge (e.g. NEC3 or JCT), solid understanding of CDM regulations applicable to engineering and construction projectsand the confidence to positively manage contractors and consultants to find innovative solutions to issues.
6.Budget management experience of projects with contract values between 150,000 and 2,000,000 .
7.An appreciation of the constraints, requirements, and sensitivities of working in listed / heritage buildings, designated landscapes, and operational visitor attractions, including the consenting and planning application process.
The package
The National Trust has the motto For everyone, for ever at its heart. We re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax-free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
- Independent financial advice
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