Senior Renewables Project Manager

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Senior Project Manager

Solar PV (Construction / Renewable Energy)

£70,000 £80,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance

Wolverhampton, West Midlands (Site-Based)

Company Overview

A leading renewable energy contractor delivering large-scale ground-mounted solar PV projects across the UK is expanding due to a strong pipeline of secured work. This role is critical in leading the successful delivery of utility-scale solar farm construction projects from inception through to completion.

Operating within the construction and infrastructure sector, the business specialises in solar PV developments, covering design, installation, and grid connection. With multiple projects mobilising nationwide, they are investing in experienced Senior Project Managers to strengthen their delivery capability.

Job Overview

This is a senior-level Project Management role within a growing renewables division, responsible for overseeing large-scale or multiple solar PV construction projects. The role sits at the heart of project delivery, managing programme, budget, and teams while ensuring commercial and operational success. Success is defined by delivering projects safely, on time, within budget, and to client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of ground-mounted solar PV construction projects from mobilisation to handover
• Oversee and support Project Managers, site teams, and subcontractors
• Manage programme, budgets, and resource allocation across projects
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, CDM regulations, and construction standards
• Monitor project performance and drive commercial and operational outcomes
• Identify and mitigate project risks and delivery challenges
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and final handover

Person Specification

• Experience in Project Management within construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy
• Proven track record delivering solar PV or utility-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors
• Solid understanding of construction delivery, site operations, and CDM regulations
• Experience managing budgets, programmes, and commercial performance
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Project Management qualifications (APM, PRINCE2) desirable
• SMSTS, IOSH or NEBOSH certifications advantageous

Benefits

• £70,000 £80,000 base salary
• £5,000 car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Long-term pipeline of secured renewable energy and infrastructure projects
• Clear progression within a growing energy division

To apply or find out more, please submit your CV or contact the recruitment team for a confidential discussion.