Programme Manager - Heat network

Our client is seeking a Programme Manager to support the delivery of energy services contracts within its Route to Zero team. The role will focus on district heating and heat network programmes, including the management of existing contracts with a District Energy Company and the development of a Green Book-compliant Business Case for the future of the Broad Street contract, which runs until 2032. This is a contract opportunity expected to last approximately 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing existing energy services contracts and supporting effective programme delivery
Leading the development and formal approval of a Green Book-compliant Business Case
Supporting strategic planning for the future of the Broad Street heat network contract
Co-ordinating specialist advisers and ensuring contributions are aligned with programme objectives
Monitoring programme risks, dependencies, milestones and deliverables
Providing clear progress updates and recommendations to senior stakeholders
Working collaboratively across energy, highways and infrastructure functions
Ensuring governance, assurance and reporting requirements are consistently maintained

Job Requirements:

Extensive experience in programme management within energy, infrastructure, highways or a related discipline
Direct knowledge of district heating, heat networks or energy services is highly desirable
Proficiency in developing HM Treasury Green Book-compliant Business Cases
Experience co-ordinating specialist advisers and multi-disciplinary project teams
Strong understanding of programme governance, risk management and stakeholder engagement
Excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills
Ability to manage complex programmes involving public sector stakeholders and contractual arrangements
Relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience in programme, infrastructure or energy management

Contract Details:

Approximately 12-month contract
Possible extension subject to programme requirements
Immediate start preferred
Opportunity to contribute to significant heat network and net zero infrastructure programmes
If you are an experienced Programme Manager with expertise in heat networks, energy services, highways or infrastructure delivery, apply now to support this important Route to Zero programme
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed