Job Description
Lead the journey to Net Zero. Own a complex, high-profile estate. Deliver real carbon reduction.
This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Energy Manager to take ownership of a large, multi-site estate and play a pivotal role in delivering an ambitious Net Zero by 2030 strategy.
You'll combine technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strategic influence to drive measurable reductions in energy use, carbon emissions, and cost - while shaping long-term sustainability outcomes.
Why this role stands out
- End-to-end ownership of energy, carbon, and water performance
- Lead decarbonisation across a diverse, complex estate (25+ buildings)
- Influence major capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and energy strategy
- High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership and key stakeholders
- Opportunity to implement innovative technologies and low-carbon solutions
What you'll be doing
- Leading energy and carbon strategy delivery, driving progress towards Net Zero
- Managing energy and utilities contracts, budgets, and performance
- Using data and BMS systems to identify inefficiencies and optimise consumption
- Delivering and project managing energy reduction and decarbonisation initiatives
- Embedding low-carbon design and energy standards into new builds and refurbishments
- Advising on energy procurement, tariffs, and alternative energy solutions (e.g. PPAs, self-generation)
- Engaging stakeholders across estates, finance, and leadership to drive behavioural and operational change
What we're looking for
You'll likely come from the Higher Education, Utilities, or large complex estates sector, with:
- Proven experience in energy and carbon management at scale
- Strong technical knowledge of BMS, metering, utilities, and energy systems
- Expertise in energy legislation, compliance, and reporting
- Experience managing utilities budgets, contracts, and suppliers
- A track record of delivering carbon reduction and energy efficiency projects
- Confidence influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership
A degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Energy, Building Services, Environmental Management) is expected.
Working pattern
This is a highly operational and stakeholder-facing role, requiring you to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week across the estate.
If you're ready to own the energy agenda, influence major investment decisions, and deliver tangible Net Zero outcomes, this is your next step.
