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Position Overview:
The Programme Manager Decarbonisation will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of public sector decarbonisation programmes across Bristol City Leap’s portfolio. The role will oversee the identification, development, approval and implementation of projects that reduce carbon emissions, improve energy performance and support the partnership in achieving its net zero commitments.
The role will be accountable for translating Bristol City Leap objectives and client net zero ambitions into a prioritised pipeline of investable and deliverable projects on Bristol City Council’s corporate estate. Including, energy efficiency, heat decarbonisation, renewable energy and grant-funded investment programmes.
This will include developing, maintaining and refreshing the Estate Decarbonisation Strategy, identifying future investment opportunities, shaping programme roadmaps, securing stakeholder support and ensuring programme activities maximise carbon reduction, social value and commercial outcomes.
The Programme Manager will provide strong programme leadership, managing a portfolio of projects, coordinating governance processes and ensuring robust programme reporting, risk and budget management and stakeholder engagement. The role requires a blend of programme management expertise, strategic planning, commercial awareness, stakeholder management and a strong understanding of estate decarbonisation, preferably in the public sector.
Core Responsibilities
The role will focus on the following areas:
Lead the development and delivery of public sector estate decarbonisation programmes across Bristol City Leap’s portfolio
Develop, maintain and be accountable for the Estate Decarbonisation Strategy, ensuring a clear pipeline of opportunities aligned to partnership objectives, client net zero plans, funding opportunities and market developments
Translate client objectives and net zero ambitions into prioritised, investable and deliverable programmes of work
Identify and assess future investment opportunities and develop strategic programme roadmaps to support long-term growth and carbon reduction objectives
Coordinate programme governance, business case development, approvals, reporting, risk management and budget oversight
Ensure programme activity maximises carbon reduction, social value, commercial outcomes and operational performance
Manage a team of two then continue to grow and build out the team as the estate programme progresses
Recruit, manage, mentor, and inspire a multi-disciplinary team
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Pipeline Development
Develop, maintain and refresh the Estate Decarbonisation Strategy in line with Bristol City Leap objectives, client net zero plans, funding opportunities and market developments
Identify and assess future investment opportunities and develop strategic programme roadmaps to support long-term growth and carbon reduction objectives
Identify, evaluate and prioritise decarbonisation opportunities, including energy efficiency, heat decarbonisation, renewable energy and building retrofit projects
Work with clients and technical teams to develop strategic decarbonisation plans, project pipelines and investment programmes aligned to net zero targets
Programme Governance and Delivery
Manage programme governance arrangements, ensuring projects are delivered in line with approved business cases, budgets, timescales and funding requirements
Coordinate the development of project business cases and investment proposals, supporting internal and client approval processes
Oversee programme budgets, forecasts, risks, dependencies and performance reporting
Track key programme milestones, risks, dependencies and issues, ensuring timely escalation and resolution
Funding, Investment and Commercial Outcomes
Support the development and management of funding applications, including Government grant programmes and public sector funding opportunities
Ensure programme activities are shaped to maximise carbon reduction, investment potential, social value and commercial outcomes
Maintain a strong understanding of funding requirements, delivery obligations and reporting expectations across grant-funded programmes
Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting
Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, clients, technical teams and delivery partners
Prepare and present programme reports, updates and recommendations to boards, steering groups and senior leadership teams
Communicate programme objectives, progress, risks and decisions clearly to internal and external stakeholders
Performance and Outcomes
Monitor programme performance against carbon, financial, social value and operational objectives
Ensure lessons learned and performance insights are used to strengthen programme delivery, governance and future pipeline development
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Relevant professional experience in programme management, estate decarbonisation, energy, infrastructure, construction, asset management or a related field
Strong understanding of public sector estate decarbonisation, including energy efficiency, heat decarbonisation, renewable energy, retrofit and net zero strategies
Experience developing project business cases, investment proposals and programme governance documentation
Skills and Experience Required
Significant experience delivering complex decarbonisation, energy, infrastructure, construction or asset improvement programmes
Experience working with local authorities, public sector organisations, government agencies or regulated environments
Understanding of public sector funding mechanisms and grant programmes
Knowledge of programme governance, assurance, procurement and delivery processes
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging senior stakeholders and governance forums
Commercial awareness and the ability to balance carbon, social value, delivery and financial outcomes
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will be a strategic, collaborative and delivery-focused programme leader with the ability to translate long-term net zero objectives into practical, investable and deliverable programmes.
They should demonstrate:
Passion for decarbonisation and delivering positive environmental and social outcomes
Strategic thinking with the ability to translate long-term net zero objectives into deliverable programmes
Proactive and results-focused approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Commercial acumen and the ability to understand commercial structures, contracts and governance
Collaborative and relationship-oriented working style
Confidence operating within political, commercial and public sector governance frameworks
Commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement
All applicants must be eligible to legally work in the UK and will be DBS checked on a successful application.
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Skills Required
- Relevant professional experience in programme management, estate decarbonisation, energy, infrastructure, construction, asset management, or a related field
- Strong understanding of public-sector estate decarbonisation, including energy efficiency, heat decarbonisation, renewable energy, retrofit and net-zero strategies
- Experience developing project business cases, investment proposals and programme governance documentation
- Significant experience delivering complex decarbonisation, energy, infrastructure, construction or asset-improvement programmes
- Experience working with local authorities, public-sector organisations, government agencies or regulated environments
- Understanding of public-sector funding mechanisms and grant programmes
- Knowledge of programme governance, assurance, procurement and delivery processes
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement with senior stakeholders and governance forums
- Commercial awareness and ability to balance carbon, social-value, delivery and financial outcomes
- Legal eligibility to work in the UK
- Successful completion of a DBS check
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Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC) is an independent, integrated, comprehensive energy efficiency and renewable energy company that is building a sustainable future with public organizations and private enterprise throughout North America and the United Kingdom. Through energy audits, innovative engineering, utility-scale solar farms and deep energy retrofits, Ameresco applies forward-thinking technology to the challenges of controlling emissions, enhancing energy security and shifting toward clean, renewable sources of power.
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