Heat Networks Project Officer
Posted Today by Belmont Recruitment
£30 Per hour
Undetermined
Hybrid
Brent, Greater London
Summary: The Heat Networks Project Officer role at Brent Council involves managing the South Kilburn District Heat Network project, which aims to supply affordable heat to up to 3,000 homes. The position requires oversight of project budgets, stakeholder engagement, and procurement activities, with a focus on ensuring financial viability and compliance with regulations. This is a temporary contract for 6 months, with potential for extension or permanent placement based on performance. The role is hybrid, based in Brent, Greater London.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the South Kilburn District Heat Network project to supply affordable heat to homes.
- Oversee project budgets and ensure adherence to financial management protocols.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including residents and government agencies.
- Lead project communications to keep stakeholders informed of developments.
- Manage procurement activities and develop specifications reflecting project deliverables.
Key Skills:
- Experience managing contractors and consultants.
- Solid financial management experience with significant budgets.
- Knowledge of district heating systems and relevant legislation.
Salary (Rate): £30/hour
City: Brent
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Good Afternoon,
I am currently representing Brent Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience
We are looking for a Heat Networks Project Officer this role will be: HA9 0FJ – Hybrid
The right candidate will:
- Responsible for managing the South Kilburn District Heat Network (SKDHN) project, to supply up to 3,000 homes, ensuring the scheme remains financially viable and provides affordable heat to end users.
- Responsible for managing allocated project budgets and resources and ensuring that the Council’s financial management and reporting protocols are adhered to.
- Engage and collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including heat off-takers, residents, senior managers, elected members, other council staff, South Kilburn Regeneration programme team, professional bodies, partner organisations and national and regional government departments and agencies.
- Lead on project communications including keeping residents and heat off-takers informed of project developments.
- Lead on procurement activities where the project may not be progressed using in-house resource; developing specifications and business rules which accurately reflect the key project deliverables.
We require the following:
- Experience of managing contractors and consultants, and working closely with internal colleagues, industry service providers, residents and community groups, and key public sector agencies (including the GLA), with a view to successful delivery of projects.
- Solid experience of financial management, managing significant budgets and achieving successful delivery outcomes within allocated resources.
- Knowledge of district heating systems, including relevant legislation, regulations and standards.
To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)
If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.
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Look forward to speaking with you soon,