Project Manager - Net Zero Neighbourhood

West Midlands Combined Authority; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional energy initiative is seeking a Net Zero Neighbourhood Project Manager in Birmingham. This role involves overseeing local net zero projects, managing partnerships, and ensuring on-time, impactful project delivery. Ideal candidates will have experience in project management related to energy and sustainability, strong collaboration skills, and a passion for community-focused energy solutions.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

28 days paid annual leave

EV car benefit scheme

Discounted gym membership

Interest-free financing for technology

3 days paid volunteer leave

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within energy, sustainability, or net zero initiatives.
• Comfortable working with a wide range of partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee every stage of delivering Net Zero Neighbourhood projects.
• Manage progress across multiple neighbourhood projects.
• Build positive relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Collaboration with stakeholders

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant qualification in project management

Job description

We are looking for a Net Zero Neighbourhood Project Manager to join our Energy Capital team. This is your opportunity to lead pioneering projects that will make a real difference to how people live, work and use energy in their communities.

You’ll play a key role in delivering the Local Net Zero Accelerator, helping to design and implement Net Zero Neighbourhood demonstrators - practical, place-based projects that bring low‑carbon living to life across the West Midlands.

From early development through to delivery, you’ll oversee every stage of the project, working closely with local authorities, partners, and communities to turn ambitious plans into reality.

This role is being offered as a fixed‑term contract until 31st March 2028

What you’ll be doing.

• Delivering Net Zero Neighbourhood demonstrator workstream within the Local Net Zero Accelerator programme.
• Managing progress across multiple neighbourhood projects and supporting local delivery teams, ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and with measurable impact.
• Developing and maintaining strong project systems, risk registers and reporting processes.
• Building positive relationships with local authorities, housing partners, contractors, and community stakeholders.
• Overseeing budgets and financial forecasting, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Acting as an ambassador for Energy Capital and the WMCA promoting innovation, collaboration and best practice across the region.

What’s essential.

You’ll bring experience in project management within energy, sustainability or net zero initiatives, and be comfortable working with a wide range of partners. You’re organised, analytical and calm under pressure - someone who can turn complex ideas into clear actions.

You’ll also have:

• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills, especially with local authorities and communities.
• An understanding of project management, assurance, finance and risk processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A commitment to sustainability and a genuine interest in place‑based energy transformation.
• A relevant qualification in project management, or the willingness to work towards one.

Location.

The location for this role is Sunmmer Lame with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.

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Salary and benefits.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
• 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more)
• EV car benefit scheme
• Ethical saving options and healthcare plans.
• Discounted gym membership, will writingandmortgage advice.
• An option to buy a bicycle, including e‑bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate.
• 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Interest free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
• Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big‑name retailers, and more.

For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site.

Why join WMCA?

WMCA is laser‑focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home.

We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it’s needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people’s lives, every day.

Creating an inclusive workplace.

WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We’re a Disability Confident Employer with Leader’s status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria.

We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don’t fit the traditional “perfect candidate” mould.

We gladly consider part‑time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don’t let these factors deter you from applying.

Right to Work in the UK

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Non‑UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).