Energy and Decarbonisation Manager

University of Lancashire; Preston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking an experienced Energy and Decarbonisation Manager to join their Estates and Campus Services team in Preston. In this role, you will manage utilities contracts and lead various sustainability projects aimed at carbon reduction. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in energy management, a relevant degree or qualification, and strong skills in project management and stakeholder engagement. This position offers a competitive package and a commitment to a diverse and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive package

Generous leave

Access to employee benefits

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in energy management or a related field, or significant experience in energy management.
• Significant experience in a similar role within a large, complex organisation.
• Knowledge of statutory energy/carbon legislation and current best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage utilities contracts and data with forecasting of energy utilisation and budgets.
• Lead BMS optimisation and energy/carbon reduction projects.
• Collaborate with teams on sustainability projects.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Energy management

Knowledge of energy/carbon legislation

Education

Undergraduate degree in energy management or related field

Professional qualification in environmental science/management

Job description

The University has implemented the Estates Strategy and Masterplan 2024-2030, underpinned by the Decarbonisation Masterplan and the Infrastructure Masterplan. A refreshed Carbon Management Plan is due to be completed in the coming months. We are recruiting an experienced and professionally qualified Energy and Decarbonisation Manager to join the Estates and Campus Services team based in Preston. Reporting to the Head of Sustainability, you will manage utilities contracts and data (monthly monitoring and forecasting of energy utilisation and budgets), lead on BMS optimisation and energy/carbon reduction projects, and lead other sustainability projects as directed by the Head of Sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of utilities contracts and data, including monthly monitoring and forecasting of energy utilisation and budgets.
• Collaborate with the Engineering & Maintenance team to lead BMS optimisation and energy/carbon reduction projects and initiatives.
• Lead on additional sustainability projects delegated by the Head of Sustainability.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in energy management or a related field, or professional qualification in environmental science/management, engineering, building and construction, surveying, or significant experience in energy management.
• Significant experience in a similar role within a large, complex organisation.
• Knowledge of statutory energy/carbon legislation and current best practice; experience in project management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills; ability to motivate and engage across schools and departments.

Benefits

Competitive package with generous leave and access to employee benefits. We are committed to diversity and an inclusive culture. Safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures are in place; further details are available on the University Safeguarding page. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check may be required for roles in regulated activity.