Project Manager (Lead) Park Royal Net Zero

Position Title

Project Manager (Lead) Park Royal Net Zero

Department / College

Research Support and Development Office (RSDO)

Location

Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary

Grade 10 from: pro-rata £61,929 to £67,422 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to pro-rata £71,365 per annum inclusive of London Weighting.

Hours

Part-time 0.6 FTE

Contract Type

Fixed-term 48 months

Project Overview

In a significant milestone, Brunel University London has secured funding of £2.6 million from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to create a Place Based Impact Acceleration Account (PBIAA). Called “Net-zero Food Supply Chains”, this pioneering project is set to make a substantial impact on the food supply systems operating within West London\’s vibrant Park Royal Industrial Estate. Colloquially known as ‘London’s Kitchen’, Park Royal hosts over 500 businesses in the food and drink sector, producing about 30% of London’s food and drink and contributing about £8bn a year to the economy.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of this grant, working with the businesses in the food and drink sector on the Park Royal Industrial Estate.
• Develop and implement a strategy for the delivery of the grant including all aspects of research business engagement with Park Royal businesses.
• Lead a team of two Business Development Manager Park Royal Net Zero, specialists in net zero energy systems, AI & big data or waste reduction and valorisation.
• Oversee operational delivery of the grant, including reporting on finances, activities, outcomes and KPIs to senior staff, appropriate committees and to the EPSRC.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Great occupational pension scheme.
• Health‑related support.
• Hybrid working approach.

Application Details

Closing date for applications: Sunday 19th November 2023 (Midnight).

Interviews will take place in person on or about 27th November 2023.

Contact

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Eligibility

All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK.

EEO Statement

Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, particularly those who are currently under‑represented in our workforce.