Project manager (engineering and construction)

Salary: £61,672 - £71,811 (Plus up to 10% supplement) Job Grade: Level 5 Zone 2 Work Location: Unit 1B, Berol House, 25 Ashley Road, London, N17 9LJ Hours per week: 36 Contract Type: Permanent Closing date: Friday 10th July 2026 at 5pm Interviews: There will be a 2-stage interview, first a Teams call, then second stage will be an in-person interview. We are seeking a dynamic Project Manager (Engineering and Construction) to lead the delivery of the North London Heat and Power Project (NLHPP). Employed by London Borough of Camden, you will be based in North London Waste Authority (NLWA), serving Camden and six other north London boroughs that make up its membership. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, environmentally sustainable infrastructure serving over two million residents across seven London boroughs. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant programme that prioritises community pride, social value, and environmental excellence. Key Responsibilities: * Lead end-to-end project delivery across engineering, procurement, and construction. * Manage quality assurance, risk, and stakeholder engagement. * Ensure seamless operational transition with London Energy Ltd. * Drive social value outcomes including apprenticeships and local employment. * Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of expert delivery partners. * Ensure compliance with public sector and environmental regulations. About you You’re a degree-qualified project professional with a strong track record in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects from design to operation. You understand the complexities of waste infrastructure and are confident managing safety, quality, and stakeholder relationships in a public sector environment. You bring: * Experience in complex, multi-million-pound project delivery * Strong awareness of safety and operational integration * Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills * Knowledge of contracts (e.g., NEC, IChemE) and project tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) * A collaborative, proactive approach with a focus on public value * Ideally, a recognised project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP) You can view the Job Profile here, or copy and paste the link below into your browser: https://www.nlwa.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2026-06/Project%20Manager%20-%20Job%20Profile.pdf To apply for this job please follow the "Apply" link. You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile. About North London Waste Authority (NLWA) Our mission is to preserve resources and the environment for future generations by exemplary planning, innovation, and communication in managing north London’s waste. We serve two million residents in seven boroughs and run communications and engagement campaigns to help them reduce their rubbish and recycle more. We campaign for government and industry action to reduce unnecessary single-use items, encourage reuse and repair and promote effective recycling. To help tackle the climate emergency and to prevent rubbish going to landfill, we are building the greenest Energy Recovery Facility in the country and modern recycling facilities at the Edmonton EcoPark, through the North London Heat and Power Project. Working for NLWA The post-holder will work for NLWA and be based in Edmonton EcoPark but be employed by London Borough of Camden through whom NLWA staff are employed. NLWA’s office is in Tottenham Hale and the North London Heat and Power Project (NLHPP) is located at Edmonton EcoPark. What we Offer At North London Waste Authority, you will receive a host of benefits offered as part of the Camden contract including: * 27 days annual leave for new starters, rising to 31 days after 5 years * Local Government Pension Scheme * Flexible working opportunities. * Interest free loans * Career development and training * Wellbeing support and activities Click HERE to see full details of our benefits offered as part of the Camden Contract. Inclusion and Diversity We value and celebrate difference and encourage diversity in all respects. Our diverse workforce ensures we represent our communities to the best of our ability and enables us to make better decisions. Because of this, we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of other non-white ethnicities, those who identify as LGBT+, neurodiverse and disabled people. Asking for Adjustments Camden is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us on 020 7974 6655, at resourcing@camden.gov.uk or post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG.