Project Delivery Officer (Energy)

Belfast Zoo; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Northern Ireland is seeking to fill a permanent full-time role focused on energy efficiency project management. The successful candidate will assist in implementing and monitoring energy efficiency programs, support bespoke project delivery, and ensure compliance with legislation. As part of a dedicated team, you'll manage several projects and provide technical advice related to property matters, contributing to the overall development and maintenance of the city's built environment.

Benefits

Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled applicants

Commitment to equality of opportunity

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of energy efficiency programs.
• Support the design and delivery of assigned bespoke projects.
• Procure and manage design services for procurement exercises.
• Manage energy efficiency and conservation projects effectively.
• Ensure financial management and quality customer-focused services.
• Coordinate projects with wider M&E and fabric programs.
• Provide technical advice on property matters.

Job description

There is currently one permanent, full-time post.

As Protestants are currently known to be under-represented in this job group, in Belfast City Council, applications from this group would be particularly welcome.

And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. Further information can be found in the application pack.

Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

The post holder will report to the Energy Operations Manager and will be responsible for:

• Assisting the implementation, delivery, and monitoring of an effective energy efficiency and conservation programme of refurbishment projects and improvement works for Council assets, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and statutory requirements.
• Supporting the co-ordination, design, implementation, and delivery of multiple assigned bespoke projects, within the agreed timeframes or specific deadlines.
• The procurement and management of design services and the preparation of full design packages for use in procurement exercises.
• The effective project management of assigned energy efficiency & conservation projects in compliance with the RIBA stage plan and agreed project management methodology, resolving any immediate issues arising.
• Ensuring effective financial management and high quality, responsive and integrated customer focused services for the assigned programme of work and assigned bespoke projects.
• The co-ordination of energy efficiency & conservation projects with the unit’s wider range of M&E and fabric programmes and projects and other programmes of work across the department and wider organisation.
• Providing specialist professional and technical advice and guidance on all property-related matters as required.

About the department

The Property and Projects Department oversees the council’s capital investment programmes, which include more than 200 live projects valued at over £200 million. Key responsibilities include:

• Project Management Unit – Operating the Portfolio Office, ensuring the effective delivery of capital projects.
• Estates Management Unit – Managing council land, property assets, and investment portfolios, supporting urban regeneration.
• Programme Delivery Unit – Leading the design, construction, and delivery of physical regeneration projects.
• Property Maintenance Unit – Ensuring council buildings remain legally compliant, safe, and fit for purpose.

This department plays a pivotal role in shaping Belfast’s built environment, ensuring council assets are strategically developed and maintained to support the city’s growth.