Kingston University – Energy Manager

Kingston University is a leading London University with over 21,000 students and 2,000 staff based across 5 teaching campuses in and around Kingston upon Thames. With 5 successful faculties across a broad range of subjects and an annual income of over £200m the University is continuing to improve its Estate.

Kingston University Estates Department plays a fundamental role in supporting the University’s mission and strategic plan centred on a vision to be internationally recognised for a creative approach to education that has practical outcomes which benefit people and communities. Estates leads the University’s campus development plan (CDP), a multi-million pound investment in the estate that includes a new £55m landmark building that will transform the Penrhyn Road campus. Strategic energy management is a key component of the CDP.

Reporting to the Strategic Compliance and Operations Manager, the Energy Manager will be responsible for setting the strategic direction for improving energy efficiency You will lead initiatives and energy management projects and monitor the impact of these in reducing energy costs and Carbon Emissions across the University’s estate. This is a varied role that alongside leading and delivering the energy strategy will also involve utility procurement and management of energy budgets and the projects that emanate from the energy management action plan.

The successful candidate will be degree educated in a relevant subject and hold membership of a professional body such as CIBSE or the Energy Institute. You will possess a strong understanding of modern engineering infrastructure including robust knowledge of both CHP & BMS. In addition to a strong understanding of current legalisation such as the CRC & EUETS, you will also be adept at delivering action plans to achieve compliance.

The University offers an attractive benefits package which includes a local government career average pension scheme and up to 35 days annual leave per year + public holidays.

For a confidential discussion and/or the full job description please contact our advisor Michael Hewlett or send a CV and covering letter. The Management Recruitment Group has been exclusively retained for this campaign. All direct and third party applications will be forwarded to them.