Energy And Net Zero Project Manager

Ambition North Wales / Uchelgais Gogledd Cymru; Llandudno Junction; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A North Wales initiative is seeking an Energy and Net Zero Project Manager to support the region's decarbonisation efforts. This full-time role involves managing projects, engaging with stakeholders, and overseeing funding applications. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and PRINCE 2 certification, along with strong interpersonal and project management skills. The position offers a salary of £46,142-£48,226 per annum, with a hybrid working model and a three-year fixed-term contract.

Benefits

Membership of local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Degree/postgraduate in a relevant field (or equivalent).
• Relevant qualifications such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of management methods and bid writing processes.
• Experience of successful programme and/or project delivery.
• Proven track record of effective public/stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of low carbon energy sector initiatives.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of projects ensuring quality assurance.
• Progress funding applications for funding opportunities.
• Oversee the coordination of programme management systems.
• Manage project budgets and monitor expenditure.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree/postgraduate in a relevant field

PRINCE 2 Practitioner or equivalent

Job description

Do you have a passion for North Wales and a desire to see the region grow and deliver on its potential? Are you enthusiastic, committed and a team player? If so, this Energy and Net Zero Project Manager is the role for you!

We are looking for an individual with excellent interpersonal skills, who is passionate about decarbonising the system and positioning North Wales as a leading location for low carbon energy.

This unique position provides the opportunity to gain excellent experience in an exciting, rapidly growing sector. You will play an integral role in supporting the decarbonisation of the region's system in a way that brings in investment, creates jobs and sustainable growth. The role will also have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders in the sector, including local authorities, government, the private sector and our universities and colleges.

You will lead on the delivery of growth deal projects such as the Clean Energy Fund, coordinate the delivery of Local Area Energy Plans across North Wales, in addition to driving forward the actions from the North Wales Regional Energy Strategy.

We are looking for a problem solver with strong communication skills, capable of lateral thinking, taking the initiative and with leadership qualities. Good interpersonal and relationship building skills will be essential and the ability to interact and negotiate with a wide cross section of businesses, government departments, consultants, local authority members and officers.

Our ideal candidate will be an experienced project manager with a strong track record for delivery, contract management experience and an interest and understanding of decarbonising the system.

If this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you. North Wales is an excellent place to live and work, why not play a key role in shaping its future?

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and supporting the development and delivery of projects through implementation, ensuring quality assurance throughout.
• Progress funding applications for funding opportunities.
• Support the coordination and oversight of programme management systems and practices.
• Managing project budgets, monitoring expenditure and costs against delivered and realised project outputs.

Required Qualifications

• Degree/postgraduate in a relevant field (or equivalent).
• Relevant qualifications such as PRINCE 2 Practitioner or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of management methods, bid writing and/or business case development processes.
• Experience of successful programme and/or project delivery to deadline and to budget.
• Proven track record of effective public/stakeholder engagement with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of or previous experience within the low carbon energy sector and energy initiatives across the UK.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to produce high quality work on multiple priorities simultaneously.

Working Conditions & Remuneration

We have adopted a hybrid working model with a mix of Llandudno Junction office based and home working. In return, you will receive a salary of £46,142-£48,226 per annum plus membership of the local government pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. This is a full‑time role with Ambition North Wales; however, we will consider flexible working requests for the right person. This is a three year, fixed‑term contract initially.

Application Details

Application Closing Date: 10:00am 22nd January 2026. All application documents will need to be submitted by this date. Interviews will be held on the 4th of February 2026. If this sounds like the Energy and Net Zero Project Manager role for you, click the apply button online and we will contact you with the next steps in the application process.