Project Manager - Energy and Carbon

Are you an experienced Energy & Carbon Project Manager? Do you consider yourself to be proactive, technically skilled and an asset to a busy team? Are you based in or around Leicester?

We have a Energy & Carbon Project Manager role available within Holcim's National Sustainability Team, based at the Leicester Head Office. This role is ideal for someone with strong project management experience and a passion for energy efficiency, low carbon technologies, and sustainability.

Role:
Energy & Carbon Project Manager

Location:
Leicester (Head Office) - Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days from home)

Rate:
£350-£550 per day

Duration:

6 months initially

Shift Patterns:
Standard office hours, Monday-Friday

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of multiple capital (Capex) projects that align with Holcim's carbon reduction strategy
  
  
• Support and manage low carbon initiatives from concept through to roll-out
  
  
• Provide operational, technical, and commercial support to various Holcim business units
  
  
• Develop optimal solutions for national Capex sustainability initiatives
  
  
• Prepare and manage project scopes, objectives, business cases, timelines, and budgets
  
  
• Coordinate internal teams and third parties to ensure seamless project execution
  
  
• Track project progress using recognised tools and methodologies (e.g. PMA, ProMap, PMM)
  
  
• Provide updates to stakeholders, escalate key issues, and ensure successful project delivery
  
  
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to ensure project alignment and impact
  
  

Essential requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in project management
  
  
• Proven track record of delivering renewable energy or energy efficiency projects
  
  
• Degree or Master's in Engineering, Sustainability, or related field
  
  
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills
  
  
• Knowledge of project management principles and systems
  
  
• Experience in industrial contexts (e.g., energy, cement, chemical, refining)
  
  
• Strong focus on safety, cost, and time management
  
  
• NEBOSH or APM qualifications preferred
  
  
• Familiarity with co-financed or externally funded projects
  
  

Desirable requirements:

• Driving license and use of a car
  
  
• Knowledge of energy monitoring systems and low carbon technologies
  
  

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV
  
  
• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
  
  
• Paid holiday
  
  
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
  
  
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
  
  
• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
  
  
• Competitive rates of pay
  
  

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, DBS check and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.