De-Carbonisation Programme Manager

At Cardiff Met, we’re building a campus environment that enables people to thrive – supporting innovative teaching, impactful research and an outstanding student experience. Ranked 1st in Wales in the People & Planet University League, we’re turning ambition into action; backed by nearly £25M in low‑interest loan funding to deliver decarbonisation works over the next four years, creating smarter and more sustainable spaces for our community.

As our De‑Carbonisation Programme Manager, you’ll play a central role in progressing our net zero commitments, helping to shape and deliver a major capital programme that will transform our estate. You’ll help shape a safe, accessible, and student‑centred estate that enhances learning, research, and community engagement. You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues and partners to plan, prioritise and deliver complex programmes of work, ensuring projects are aligned to our Strategy 2030 and wider environmental commitments.

• Leading the development and delivery of a prioritised de‑carbonisation capital programme across the estate.
• Acting as the client lead for major projects, working with consultants, contractors and stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Managing procurement processes and contract delivery.
• Ensuring robust governance, including financial management, risk management and clear reporting.
• Leading multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure projects support our net zero carbon goals while supporting teaching, learning and research with minimal disruption.

• Experience of planning and delivering major capital projects, including de‑carbonisation or refurbishment programmes.
• Strong client‑side project and programme management expertise, including procurement and contract management.
• Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams and managing external consultants and contractors.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety, building regulations and CDM requirements.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to use data and insight to inform decision‑making.

• 35 days annual leave plus 12 bank holiday/concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions.
• Excellent family‑friendly policies.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.