Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for sustainability and carbon reduction? We have an exciting opportunity to join a major public sector organisation delivering a strategic transformation programme focused on decarbonising heating systems across multiple sites.Your new roleYou will lead the design and delivery of capital works projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency. Working from RIBA Stage 2 through to completion, you'll manage procurement, oversee construction, and ensure projects meet time, budget, and quality targets. A key aspect of the role involves stakeholder engagement and developing best practice templates for future schemes.Key Responsibilities:

• Manage decarbonisation projects from design through construction and completion.
• Oversee procurement of contractors and design teams, ensuring compliance and value for money.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and risks, producing regular reports.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement to ensure operational and sustainability objectives are met.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, and health & safety standards.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience managing multi-site capital works programmes, ideally within the public sector.
• Strong understanding of RIBA Plan of Work stages and contract forms such as JCT and NEC.
• Expertise in carbon reduction or sustainability-focused projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

What you'll get in returnThis is a fantastic opportunity to make a tangible impact on sustainability goals while working on high-profile projects. You'll join a collaborative team and play a key role in shaping future carbon reduction strategies. The initial contract is for 6 months, with strong potential to become permanent for the right candidate.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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