Project Manager - Building Retrofit

• Provide project management leadership for agreed initiatives, with a particular focus on the Building Retrofit Pilot programme
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust project processes and systems, ensuring project goals and objectives are met and documented effectively
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and costs throughout the project lifecycle
• Foster a positive and productive working environment, adhering to all relevant policies and procedures
• Collaborate with WMCA Assurance to support projects through internal frameworks and change management processes
• Provide support to the directorate by engaging with legal, procurement, and financial experts
• Ensure all project documentation is properly stored and accessible
• Analyse project performance data and identify any potential issues or areas for improvement
• Work closely with stakeholders and the internal team to prepare accurate project reports that contribute to wider reporting requirements
• Build strong relationships with strategic partners, delivery partners, and key stakeholders, promoting project delivery through collaboration and best practices
• Manage relationships with local authorities and external contractors to ensure timely and on-budget project delivery
• Monitor progress across multiple stakeholder programmes including on-site meetings and collaboration with local authority and housing association teams
• Develop a strong understanding of housing and public buildings retrofit, encompassing the customer journey, performance evaluation, and current and future retrofit standards
• Provide comprehensive meeting support for boards, groups, and forums established to support project development and implementation
• Manage the Quality Assurance process from implementation to handover, ensuring quality and compliance
• Supporting stakeholders through the WMCA Managed support team
• Champion Energy Capital and the WMCA by acting as an external advocate and representative at stakeholder meetings
• Manage project-related communications and marketing activities, including drafting content for webpages and events

• A proven track record of managing and coordinating projects related to energy or net zero
• A collaborative spirit, adept at working effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals
• Strong project and programme management expertise, encompassing systems and process development, appraisal, implementation, and quality delivery
• A clear understanding of programme/project management and reporting processes, including stakeholder management, information management, risk and issues management, monitoring and control, change management, and financial monitoring
• The ability to thrive in an environment where project deliverables and processes may evolve, and a willingness to champion new approaches and change management
• Knowledge of building retrofit, and local net zero projects is a plus
• A Project Management Qualification (APM/RICS/CIOB)

Knowledge of building retrofit, and local net zero projects is a plus

• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
• Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
• 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
• EV car benefit scheme
• Healthcare plans
• Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage 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
• Costco membership through the WMCA
• Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
• Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses