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Senior Project Manager (PO)
Senior Project Manager (PO) - District Heating Projects – Home (London)
At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner, accelerating the UK towards net zero for all our customers. As a group spanning 30 years of change and innovation, we foster a supportive environment, empowering our people to thrive, feel proud of their work, and embody BUUK Infrastructure’s values.
Power On, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, seeks a Senior Project Manager (PO) to drive mission-critical work: “earning customer loyalty and driving business growth through consistently excellent service.”
Purpose of the Role
As a core member of the District Heating delivery team, reporting to the Head of Delivery – Heat, you will ensure the safe, compliant, and successful delivery of a portfolio of district energy projects. Your remit extends beyond timelines and budgets to delivering seamless transitions to Operations & Maintenance alongside exemplary customer service.
Core Responsibilities
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Leadership & Team Coordination
- Lead, inspire, and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team (engineers, suppliers, contractors, and Project Managers).
- Hold line management responsibility for Project Managers, steering their performance, delivery, and development.
- Coach and uplift Project Managers across the portfolio, driving consistency and best practices.
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Project Oversight
- Safeguard milestones, programmes, and project compliance—on-time, on-budget, and at required cost, quality, and performance standards.
- Step in as leadership for complex, high-risk, or underperforming projects.
- Ensure effective project close-out, with lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Champion health and safety culture, CDM compliance, and Heat Network Regulations oversight.
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Audit & Compliance
- Oversee audits, inspections, and safety performance to protect quality and conformance.
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Commercial & Governance Leadership
- Own portfolio commercial performance, including budget management, CVR forecasting, cost-to-complete accuracy, and margin protection.
- Develop, negotiate, and manage contracts, handling change management and compensation events.
- Risk mitigation: oversee issues, opportunities, and financial exposure.
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Design & Execution
- Direct the design and build of:
- Energy centres
- Distribution pipe networks
- Hydro Heat Units (HIU) installations and connections
- Ensure quality through installation, commissioning, and handover.
- Direct the design and build of:
Qualifications
- Degree or HND in Engineering, Energy, or a related discipline (international equivalents accepted).
- APM project management qualification (or similar).
Experience & Knowledge
- Proven District energy/heat network expertise, particularly in low-carbon heat technologies.
- Full project lifecycle management, balancing commercial, financial, and technical rigour.
-rectomy expertise in:
- Handling multi-stakeholder environments.
- Heat network regulations, standards, and industry best practice.
- Contract management, from negotiation to administration.
Abilities & Skills
- Leadership: Decisive, strategic, capable of driving high-performing teams.
- Communication: Exceptional reporting and stakeholder engagement to influence at all levels.
- Commercial Acumen: Sharp focus on cost controls, forecasting, and margin optimisation.
- Project Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Risk & Problem-Solving: Rapid analysis of priorities, deadlines, and high-pressure scenarios.
- Technical Precision: Detail-oriented, with visualisation of quality and regulatory adherence.
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Conditions
- A valid driving licence is required.
What We Offer
- Competitive rewards:
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), extendable upon negotiation.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
- Financial benefits:
- Annual cost-of-living pay review.
- Company pension contributions (up to 5% if you contribute 4%).
- Rewards:
- £1000 referral bonus (net of tax) per successful hire.
- Flexibility & Growth:
- Hybrid working options for eligible roles.
- Career development pathways aligned with individual aspirations.
- Culture Commitment:
- Wellbeing and safety as core values—we ensure every employee goes home secure.
- Proud equal-opportunity employer championing equity and inclusion.
- Encouragement for candidates who meet the majority of requirements, not just 100%.
About BUUK Culture
"Why do our people love BUUK?" (Anonymous quotes from colleagues):
“The supportive culture and opportunities to grow.” “The access to great friends and little chocolate brownies.” “A shared sense of belonging that makes me proud of my work.”
Research Note: Innovation benefits from diversity—if you meet many but not all requirements, we invite you to apply.
Posting End Date: 15/07/2026
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