Climate Resilient Homes Project Manager
We are seeking a skilled project manager to lead the development and delivery of Property Flood Resilience (PFR) schemes within our Climate Resilient Homes Team in Surrey.
About The Team
The Climate Resilient Homes team delivers high‑quality services that equip residents to adapt to an ever‑changing climate. We to provide integrated “whole‑system” retrofit solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end project management of new PFR schemes, ensuring quality, time, and budget targets.
- Oversee close‑out of existing schemes scheduled to conclude in 2026.
- Support the Climate Resilient Homes Manager in developing a pilot project to demonstrate a proof‑of‑concept for integrated energy efficiency and PFR.
- Provide expert advice to stakeholders, including the general public.
- Maintain robust project documentation and reporting.
Qualifications
- Strong grasp of flood risk management, drainage legislation, energy efficiency and renewables.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; proficient IT skills.
- Robust project management fundamentals: planning, budget, risk management, technical documentation and reporting.
- Experience developing and managing Flood Risk Management Schemes.
- Experience supporting the assessment and implementation of flood risk management options with partners and contractors.
- Full driving licence.
Shortlisting Criteria
- Evidence of the above qualifications and experience.
Offer
- 26 days holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years and 31 days after 5 years.
- Option to buy up to 10 days additional annual leave.
- Local‑government pension scheme.
- Carer’s leave (up to 5 days) and two paid volunteering days per year.
- EAP support for health and wellbeing.
- Learning and development hub.
- Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts (gym, travel, shopping).
Our Commitment
We are a disability‑confident employer. If you share a disability on your application and meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee an interview. We value inclusion and welcome you to join a workplace where everyone belongs.
EEO Statement
Surrey County Council is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, nationality, race, or religious or philosophical belief.
Contact
Surrey County Council – Woking, UK
Permanent – Published on 4 Jun 2026
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