Sustainability Project Manager

Our client is embarking on one of the UK's most significant sustainability transformation programmes and is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing Net Zero delivery team on a permanent basis
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in delivering a large-scale programme of decarbonisation projects, helping to drive the organisation's sustainability strategy and achieve ambitious Net Zero targets. With a portfolio of projects valued at approximately £300m-£400m over the coming years, this role offers genuine long-term career development and the chance to make a measurable environmental impact.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will lead the delivery of a range of sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives focused on reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Working within a complex operational environment, you will manage projects from concept through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with strategic objectives.
You will collaborate with internal stakeholders, external consultants, contractors, and programme leaders to successfully deliver a varied portfolio of infrastructure, engineering, energy, and sustainability projects.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end delivery of sustainability and decarbonisation projects.
Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, and resource requirements.
Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate external suppliers and contractors.
Monitor project performance, risks, issues, and dependencies.
Ensure robust governance, reporting, and project controls are in place.
Support the delivery of Net Zero objectives through innovative and effective project execution.
Manage stakeholder relationships across all levels of the organisation.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the successful delivery of a substantial capital investment programme.

About You

We are keen to speak with experienced Project Managers who have successfully delivered complex infrastructure, engineering, energy, utilities, or sustainability projects.
You will possess:

Proven project management experience within large-scale programmes or capital projects.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and project governance.
A track record of delivering projects in complex operational environments.
Excellent organisational and leadership capabilities.
A proactive approach with the ability to drive projects through to successful completion.

Desirable Experience

Experience of Net Zero, sustainability, carbon reduction, or energy transition projects.
Knowledge of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reduction initiatives.
Background in aviation, transport, infrastructure, utilities, construction, or other regulated sectors.
Professional qualifications such as APM PMQ, PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent.

What's on Offer?

Opportunity to work on a high-profile sustainability programme with long-term investment backing.
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of impactful projects.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid working arrangements.
Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing and strategically important team.
The chance to contribute directly to one of the UK's most ambitious Net Zero programmes.
If you're an experienced Project Manager looking to take a leading role in delivering major decarbonisation projects and shaping a more sustainable future, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion