Programme Manager - Building Retrofit in Birmingham

We are looking for a Programme Manager to join our Energy Capital team and play a key role in delivering the Devolved Building Retrofit Pilot Programme. This programme is part of the West Midlands £167 million investment to support the region's ambition for a just transition to net zero by 2041. It will accelerate the retrofit of homes and buildings across the region, reduce carbon emissions, and support greener, more efficient communities.

As Programme Manager, along with the Head of Delivery Building- Retrofit, you'll lead the effective delivery of the Building Retrofit Pilot Programme from planning and development through to implementation and evaluation. You'll oversee multiple strategic and place-based projects, ensuring that each achieves its goals, delivers value for money, and contributes to the region's wider net zero objectives. This is a significant and high-profile programme requiring strong programme management, collaborative leadership, and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders across the public and private sectors.

Please note this role is being offered as a fixed-term contract until 30th September 2028.

What you will be doing:

• Manage the development and delivery of the Devolved Building Retrofit Pilot Programme, ensuring outcomes are achieved within budget and timeframes.
• Manage programme governance, reporting, and assurance processes, working closely with internal teams and external funders such as DESNZ and MHCLG.
• Oversee the creation and management of programme documentation, risk registers, and progress reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, housing associations, and private landlords to enable effective place-based delivery.
• Lead and motivate the programme team, ensuring clear direction, collaboration, and alignment with WMCA values.
• Manage programme budgets, financial forecasting, and procurement activities, ensuring robust oversight and value for money.
• Identify and develop future project opportunities within the wider Building Retrofit programme.
• Capture learning and share best practice across WMCA and partners to inform future retrofit activity.

What's essential:

• Strong programme management expertise with a genuine interest in energy, sustainability, and place-based regeneration.
• Proven experience managing complex programmes, ideally within energy, construction, or development-led environments.
• Experience managing net zero or retrofit projects.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills.
• Track record in successful programme delivery.
• Experience developing systems and processes to support project appraisal, delivery, and monitoring.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience managing budgets, risks, and assurance processes.
• A recognised Project or Programme Management qualification (APM, RICS, CIOB, or equivalent).
• Advanced IT skills including Excel and Microsoft Project.
• The ability to work flexibly and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A full UK driving licence (essential car user).

Location: The location for this role is Summer Lane with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.

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We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
• 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more).
• EV car benefit scheme.
• Ethical saving options and healthcare plans.
• Discounted gym membership, will writing and mortgage advice.
• An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate.
• 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology.
• Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more.

For more information, please visit the benefits page on our career site.

Why join WMCA? WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home. We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives every day.

Creating an inclusive workplace: WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with Leader status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria. We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional 'perfect candidate' mould. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying.

Right to Work in the UK: Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).