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Project Manager - Carbon Data

Hounslow
3 weeks ago
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Drive sustainability through data. Lead the delivery of impactful environmental projects.

As a Project Manager successfully deliver carbon and sustainability data initiatives.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about using data to support environmental goals and capable of managing complex technology programmes through suppliers and internal teams.

Project Manager - Carbon & Sustainability Data Projects
Hybrid - Hounslow & 2 days a week WFH
£74,000, Up to 25% Bonus & 12% Pension, Life Assurance, Income Protection, Medical, 25 days holiday, electric car scheme and more!

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of sustainability and carbon data projects through third-party suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Ensure alignment of project delivery with business strategies, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Oversee project scope, planning, and smooth transition into business-as-usual operations.
Engage stakeholders to define needs and ensure delivery of measurable outcomes.
Support investment governance through business case development and portfolio planning.
Manage risk, dependencies, and ensure compliance with data protection and governance standards.
Handle commercial aspects including supplier selection, contracting, and delivery assurance.
Report on project progress, risks, financials, and delivery milestones.
About You
Essential:

5+ years' experience managing data projects, ideally including sustainability or carbon data.
Strong understanding of data architecture, modelling, and quality assurance.
Knowledge of data governance and regulatory compliance.
Proven experience delivering multi-million-pound projects using agile and waterfall methodologies.
Skilled at managing third-party suppliers and working in complex, fast-paced environments.
Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
Accountable, adaptable, and resilient in the face of challenge.
Desirable:

Experience with cloud, big data, automation, or circular economy projects.
Background in a regulated industry.
Familiarity with formal project management processes and frameworks.
Join a mission-driven team and use your expertise to shape a more sustainable future through data.

Apply now or contact Nick Trussler at Spectrum IT Recruitment

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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