Energy Operations Manager
Posted:
30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
9 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
Description
At Optimised we help organisations take control of energy utilities and sustainability performance reducing cost carbon and operational complexity at scale.
Were looking for an experienced and commercially minded Energy Operations Manager to lead the operational delivery and performance of our growing Energy Management division.
As our energy compliance and advisory services continue to grow were investing in strong operational leadership to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients while supporting sustainable growth across the division. This role will be central to managing our technical teams overseeing delivery and resource planning and driving operational and commercial performance across our key services.
This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who combines strong operational management with technical expertise enjoys developing people and processes and is motivated by finding better ways of working. Youll work closely with colleagues across the business including our Technology team to embrace digital innovation and AI improve efficiency and continuously enhance the services we provide to clients.
If youre an experienced energy professional who thrives on leading teams improving performance and shaping the future direction of a growing division wed love to hear from you.
Why join Optimised
Were not just another consultancy.
As a certified B Corp we combine commercial performance with genuine environmental impact - helping organisations reduce energy consumption control utility spend and accelerate decarbonisation.
With offices across the UK this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with strong momentum ambitious plans and a clear purpose.
Our solutions span:
About the role
As our Energy Operations Manager within the Energy Management division youll be responsible for the operational management commercial performance and day-to-day delivery oversight of the survey compliance analysis and advisory functions within the division. Managing a team of technical specialists youll oversee resource planning client delivery financial performance and continuous improvement across key energy compliance and advisory services including ESOS and Heat Network Regulations. Working closely with colleagues across the business including our Technology team youll help identify opportunities to harness AI and digital innovation to improve efficiency streamline processes and enhance service delivery. As a member of the divisional leadership team youll play a key role in shaping strategy supporting business growth and ensuring our services deliver outstanding outcomes for clients. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strong operational management skills and the technical expertise to support delivery when needed.
We understand that candidates have varying experiences and it is unlikely that all aspects of the role description will be an exact match. Please do not be deterred if that is the case we would still welcome your application if you are passionate about our vision and have relevant experience.
At Optimised we help organisations take control of energy utilities and sustainability performance reducing cost carbon and operational complexity at scale.
Were looking for an experienced and commercially minded Energy Operations Manager to lead the operational delivery and performance of our growing Energy Management division.
As our energy compliance and advisory services continue to grow were investing in strong operational leadership to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients while supporting sustainable growth across the division. This role will be central to managing our technical teams overseeing delivery and resource planning and driving operational and commercial performance across our key services.
This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who combines strong operational management with technical expertise enjoys developing people and processes and is motivated by finding better ways of working. Youll work closely with colleagues across the business including our Technology team to embrace digital innovation and AI improve efficiency and continuously enhance the services we provide to clients.
If youre an experienced energy professional who thrives on leading teams improving performance and shaping the future direction of a growing division wed love to hear from you.
Why join Optimised
Were not just another consultancy.
As a certified B Corp we combine commercial performance with genuine environmental impact - helping organisations reduce energy consumption control utility spend and accelerate decarbonisation.
With offices across the UK this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with strong momentum ambitious plans and a clear purpose.
Our solutions span:
- Utility Management
- Net Zero Reporting & Sustainability
- Energy Management Data & Performance
About the role
As our Energy Operations Manager within the Energy Management division youll be responsible for the operational management commercial performance and day-to-day delivery oversight of the survey compliance analysis and advisory functions within the division. Managing a team of technical specialists youll oversee resource planning client delivery financial performance and continuous improvement across key energy compliance and advisory services including ESOS and Heat Network Regulations. Working closely with colleagues across the business including our Technology team youll help identify opportunities to harness AI and digital innovation to improve efficiency streamline processes and enhance service delivery. As a member of the divisional leadership team youll play a key role in shaping strategy supporting business growth and ensuring our services deliver outstanding outcomes for clients. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strong operational management skills and the technical expertise to support delivery when needed.
We understand that candidates have varying experiences and it is unlikely that all aspects of the role description will be an exact match. Please do not be deterred if that is the case we would still welcome your application if you are passionate about our vision and have relevant experience.
Requirements
- Experience in an operational project management or team leadership role within the energy sustainability or related technical services sector with a demonstrable ability to manage multiple workstreams priorities and responsibilities simultaneously.
- Genuine technical credibility in energy consultancy delivery with demonstrable experience leading or delivering technical energy workstreams such as ESOS assessments Heat Network Regulations compliance or similar statutory and advisory programmes.
- Experience leading managing or mentoring a team of technical professionals with the ability to provide clear direction support individual development and foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
- Strong commercial awareness including experience of financial reporting performance management and commercial oversight within a team or business unit context.
- Experience managing client relationships with the ability to act as a credible operational point of contact and manage escalations effectively.
- Experience scoping pricing and commercially structuring consultancy or analytical workstreams within a professional services or managed services environment.
- Experience managing subcontract or third party resource within a delivery or consultancy context with the ability to set clear expectations and maintain delivery and quality standards.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to represent functions confidently at a senior level and communicate complex technical and commercial concepts clearly.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities deadlines and workstreams across a fast-paced operational environment.
- Understanding of integrated energy and utility management service models with the ability to see how individual delivery workstreams contribute to a broader client relationship and service journey.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Progress, Powered Together. Optimised helps organisations cut costs, manage consumption and reduce carbon with Utility Management, Building Optimisation and Net Zero services.