Project Manager

About Dalkia UK and Dalkia Energy Services

Dalkia UK is one of the UK’s leading technical and energy services providers, at the forefront of delivering net zero solutions to a wide range of clients in private and public sector across the UK.

With a talented workforce of over 4,000 people, Dalkia UK rises to the challenges of today’s world to create a sustainable, prosperous, resilient society and a Net Zero UK. Dalkia is committed to building quality relationships to drive long term value for our clients through innovative solutions and services.

Dalkia UK delivers a wide range of energy, engineering, and facilities services, as well as specialist services in systems integration, fire & safety systems, and critically controlled environments.

At Dalkia Energy Services, we develop, deliver, and operate sustainable energy services and solutions to help the transition into an effective Net Zero future. Our solutions are tailored to specific needs and result in significant cost savings, improved efficiency, resilience, and a healthier environment.

At Dalkia, we are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ensure that every applicant is treated fairly and respectfully throughout our selection process. If you require any adjustments, please inform us in confidence. Our talent acquisition team is here to assist you.

Role Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the delivery of an Energy Performance Contract (EPC) across its entire lifecycle from an Investment Grade Audit (IGA), design, construction and measurement and verification (M&V). They will be supported by a multi-disciplinary team at the various stages of the process including Energy Engineers, M&E Designers, Construction Managers and M&V Analysts. The Project Manager reports to the Operations Manager.

This is a Hybrid role supporting projects across the North East and will require regular travel to site, with visits to our Leeds office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the successful delivery of complex Mechanical & Electrical projects from initiation to completion.
• Ensure project delivery on time, on budget, and to agreed specifications.
• Be the day-to-day client lead and attending meetings and always representing Dalkia in a professional manner.
• Oversee all commercial aspects of assigned projects, including full P&L responsibility, budgets, forecasting, and cost control.
• Manage contracts in line with NEC3/NEC4(or FIDIC) principles, ensuring compliance and effective risk mitigation.
• Accountable project related SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality).
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Responsible for project performance reporting requirements (internal & external).
• Ensure Dalkia governance is followed and the necessary approvals received before cost or savings commitments made with a client or third party.
• Ensure the technical solution and energy savings can be achieved without detriment to Dalkia Energy Services’ guarantee.
• Ensuring project procurement follows company protocol.
• Ensure Dalkia governance is followed and the necessary approvals received before cost or savings commitments made with a client or third party.
• Selection and appointment of external consultants and managing and monitoring their performance.
• Manage the handover process from design, construction and completion stages.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Comprehensive understanding of energy and carbon reduction across large commercial and industrial sites.
• Understanding of M&E engineering designs.
• Experience working with major Plant: Boilers, Chillers, Pressure vessels, Air Handling Plant, Steam and Water systems, Motors, BMS, LV systems, CHP, Renewable Power, Understanding of HV systems, On-site generation.
• Experience in borehole drilling and GSHP (ground source heat pumps) (desirable)
• Mechanical engineering services background with a good knowledge of electrical engineering and general construction processes
• Experience in working on live operational sites, often with critical engineering systems where retention of resilience is required.
• Experience in Supply chain management (consultants & subcontractors)
• Understanding of component / sub-system performance requirements, model technical problems, statistical analyses, test records, etc.
• Working Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015
• Site development, consenting, and permitting experience

Qualifications

• This role requires valid Right to Work in UK
• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (Construction Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex, high-value construction projects.
• NEC4 Accredited Project Manager (desirable)
• Project Management Chartership (desirable)
• Member of APM (or similar) – preferably with APMQ (desirable)
• CSCS Black or White Card (desirable)
• SMSTS (desirable)

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing date 26th September 2025