The ECO Project Manager oversees projects within the ECO4 (Energy Company Obligation) scheme, a UK government initiative aimed at improving home energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and alleviating fuel poverty. This role involves coordinating the implementation of energy-saving measures, ensuring compliance with ECO4 regulations, and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Planning and Coordination:

   • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of energy efficiency projects under the ECO4 scheme.
   • Create detailed project plans, set key milestones, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
   • Collaborate with installers, contractors, and energy suppliers to implement measures like insulation, heating systems, and renewable energy solutions.

2. Regulatory Compliance and Documentation:

   • Ensure projects meet ECO4 requirements and Ofgem (UK energy regulator) regulations.
   • Manage documentation, ensuring accurate and timely submission to comply with regulatory standards.
   • Stay informed on updates to ECO4 guidelines and adjust project strategies accordingly.

3. Stakeholder Management:

   • Maintain communication with local authorities, energy companies, housing associations, and other key stakeholders to ensure project success.
   • Provide updates on project progress, address challenges, and share success metrics to keep all parties informed.

4. Budget Management:

   • Monitor project budgets to ensure cost-effective delivery of energy efficiency measures.
   • Identify cost-saving opportunities and allocate resources efficiently within financial constraints.
   • Oversee ECO funding claims and maintain accurate financial reporting for audits.

5. Risk Management:

   • Identify and address potential risks or obstacles in project execution, developing mitigation strategies as needed.
   • Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, especially for installation teams working in residential areas.

6. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

   • Track the implementation of energy-saving measures and assess progress toward carbon reduction and fuel poverty targets.
   • Report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as the number of homes improved, energy savings, and carbon emission reductions.
   • Provide regular progress updates to senior management and stakeholders.

7. Customer and Resident Engagement:

   • Communicate with residents, explaining the benefits of energy efficiency measures and addressing concerns.
   • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, managing complaints and addressing residents' needs during project delivery.

8. Team Leadership:

   • Lead and manage project teams, including engineers, contractors, and administrators.
   • Ensure all team members understand the ECO4 scheme's objectives and work collaboratively to meet project goals.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in project management, energy management, environmental science, or a related field. Project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) are advantageous.
• ECO4 Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the ECO4 scheme and its role in improving energy efficiency and reducing fuel poverty.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of energy efficiency measures, including insulation, heating systems, and renewable energy technologies.
• Project Management: Proven experience managing large-scale energy efficiency projects, preferably within ECO3 or ECO4.
• Budget Management: Experience handling project budgets, funding claims, and financial reporting.
• Communication Skills: Excellent ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders, including residents, contractors, and regulators.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify and resolve issues to keep projects on track.
• Analytical Skills: Competency in analyzing project data and preparing performance reports.
• Leadership: Experience leading teams to achieve project targets.

• 3-5 years of project management experience in energy efficiency, housing, or environmental sectors.
• Direct experience with government schemes such as ECO3/ECO4.
• Experience working with contractors, energy suppliers, local authorities, and housing associations.

• Number of homes upgraded with energy efficiency measures.
• Reduction in energy consumption and carbon emissions in targeted homes.
• Compliance with ECO4 funding and regulatory requirements.
• Customer satisfaction and resident engagement.
• Adherence to project budgets and identification of cost savings.

This role provides opportunities for growth, with the potential to progress into senior roles such as Operations Director, based on experience and project impact.

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