Net Zero Project Manager

Our objective is to get, grow and keep people and provide more internal opportunities for growth where colleagues can not only fit the immediate requirement but also have the drive, initiative and the right behaviours to contribute to the long-term future success of the organisation.

We have a fantastic permanent opportunity for an experienced Net Zero Project Manager to join the Energy and Environment team within the Responsible business function here at NHSPS. The key objectives of the Energy focus area are to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2040 through strategic planning, decarbonisation projects and energy efficient improvements. While also raising awareness and engaging colleagues in sustainability initiatives. We're offering up to £70k DOE, along with flexible working and an annual 10% bonus. (We're open to candidates applying who are based across united kingdom, although there will be travel from time to time to various sites)

About the role:

The role is a key position within the Delivering a Greener NHS Programme, part of NHSPS’ Energy & Environment team. This role will lead the planning, delivery, and performance monitoring of Net Zero projects within the Energy Focus Area of the Programme. To achieve these objectives, you will work directly with the Net-Zero Carbon Lead in the Energy Focus area.

You Will :

• Support the Net Zero Carbon Lead & Net-Zero Strategy Manager to review and refine our scope, objectives and outcomes, managing related activities and deliverables.
• Identify & build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders using a personable, collaborative and organised approach.
• Use Microsoft 365 and other tools to plan, manage and track each phase of the project, from discovery and data-gathering through to supporting in producing a business case, procurement and eventual implementation.
• Support the Net-Zero Carbon Lead & Net-Zero Strategy Manager to organise meetings, workshops and working groups, providing useful information and input where needed.
• Evaluate performance and produce reports to keep stakeholders informed of progress against budget and key milestones, as well as next steps, and invite feedback where needed.
• Identify, monitor and troubleshoot risks and issues, handling escalations to ensure our plans remain on track.
• Support delivery of a communications plan to promote the project.

What you will bring to the role:

• Project Management Expertise: Proven experience in managing large-scale projects, ideally with relevance to Energy, Environment or Property Management sectors.
• Business Change Management: Strong background in business change management, with the ability to drive and implement change initiatives via the E&E project managers embedded in the Energy, Environment & Utilities focus areas.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team of project managers and analysts.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence at all levels.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Workshop facilitation experience: Ability to drive outcomes through workshop formats.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in project management (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) and business change management (e.g. PROSCI, APMG).

What we can offer you:

We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary we will also offer:

• 27 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday with the option to buy additional weeks leave.
• A Smarter Working Policy, empowering you to choose the location of how and where you work according to your daily activities.
• Training and development opportunities, providing opportunities for our colleagues to develop and progress their careers at all levels through our Professional Excellence Framework.  
• SMART Pension contribution into which the company will contribute up to 6%

• A range of flexible benefits including

An organisation with a passion…

We are an organisation with a passion for giving back. Putting money back into the NHS, raising £150,000 over 3 years for our charity partner Young Lives vs Cancer, supporting colleagues to volunteer within their local communities, and being committed to creating a sustainable working environment on our pledge to become net zero carbon by 2050. We understand that it’s important to feel like the work you do is having a meaningful impact on society, and through our approach to being a responsible business, we make sure that every colleague is given the opportunity to make a difference.  
 
We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential. 

For full details of the role, please see the attached role profile.
We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications.

Contact our Talent team at careers@property.nhs.uk to find out more.