Green Energy Project Manager

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Project Manager Green Energy Reporting To:

Contracts Manager / Operations Director

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure projects. The role will involve managing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery is achieved safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, network operators, and stakeholders, the successful candidate will oversee all aspects of project delivery including health and safety, programme management, commercial performance, environmental compliance, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.

Projects may include solar PV installations, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging infrastructure, grid connections, energy efficiency schemes, low-carbon technologies, and wider sustainability initiatives.

Principal Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• Promote and maintain a strong health, safety, and environmental culture across all projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, industry standards, and company procedures.
• Review and approve Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Ensure all project personnel are suitably trained, competent, and compliant.
• Support environmental and sustainability objectives throughout project delivery.

Project Delivery

• Manage renewable energy and low-carbon infrastructure projects through all phases of delivery.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, resource plans, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design consultants, contractors, suppliers, and utility providers.
• Monitor project performance against programme, budget, quality, and risk objectives.
• Identify and implement solutions to mitigate project risks and delivery challenges.
• Ensure successful commissioning, testing, and project handover.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants, utility companies, local authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Provide regular project updates, progress reports, and risk assessments.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Support project governance and client review meetings.

Commercial & Contract Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Support contract administration, variations, compensation events, and change management processes.
• Work closely with commercial teams to maximise project performance and profitability.
• Monitor project financial performance and prepare accurate reporting.
• Ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled throughout the project lifecycle.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with technical specifications, design requirements, and industry standards.
• Implement robust quality assurance processes and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Manage inspections, testing, commissioning, and compliance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice across project delivery teams.
• Promote a right-first-time approach and defect-free completion.

Leadership & Resource Management

• Lead and motivate project teams to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate labour, plant, subcontractors, and specialist suppliers.
• Support performance management, mentoring, and development of team members.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing project environment.
• Promote company values and sustainability objectives.

Candidate Requirements Essential

• Proven experience managing renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure, or construction projects.
• Strong project management skills with responsibility for programme, budget, risk, and stakeholder management.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and industry best practice.
• Commercial awareness and experience managing project financial performance.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS or equivalent site management qualification.
• CSCS Card.

Desirable

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Engineering, Construction Management, Renewable Energy, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering Solar PV, BESS, EV Charging, Wind Energy, Grid Connections, or Decarbonisation projects.
• Knowledge of DNO, ICP, or utility connection processes.
• NEC contract experience.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Prince2, APM, or equivalent project management qualification.
• Membership of a recognised professional institution.

Personal Attributes

• Passion for sustainability and renewable energy.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Commercially aware and results-driven.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure projects.
• Career progression within a growing and innovative sector.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.