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Project / Portfolio Manager - Solar

  • Recruiter: JL Renewable Solutions
  • Job posted: 24/06/26
  • Reference: 3127590017
  • Type: Permanent
  • Salary: Car allowance, Pension etc
  • Job location: City, Manchester
  • Project / Portfolio Manager
    Renewable Energy Infrastructure Commercial & Industrial Solar
    UK Wide Travel Required

    JL Renewable Solutions are delighted to be supporting a leading renewable energy developer in the appointment of a Project / Portfolio Manager to support the delivery of a major nationwide rooftop solar programme.

    This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar projects and play a key role in the delivery of a significant multi-site solar rollout across the UK.

    The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of a large-scale portfolio of rooftop solar installations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Manage the delivery of a nationwide portfolio of commercial rooftop solar PV projects.

    • Coordinate internal teams, contractors, consultants and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

    • Monitor programme schedules, budgets, project risks and resource requirements.

    • Ensure project milestones and delivery targets are achieved.

    • Oversee contractor performance, quality standards and HSE compliance.

    • Support commercial and contractual management activities throughout project delivery.

    • Provide regular project reporting and updates to senior stakeholders.

    • Drive continuous improvement across project delivery processes.

    • Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities across the portfolio.

    Requirements

    • Proven experience as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Programme Manager or Portfolio Manager.

    • Previous experience delivering renewable energy, solar PV, energy infrastructure, utilities or large-scale construction projects.

    • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.

    • Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience.

    • Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills.

    • Ability to work effectively across internal and external stakeholder groups.

    • Full UK Driving Licence.

    Desirable Experience

    • Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar PV projects.

    • Multi-site programme or portfolio management.

    • NEC contract experience.

    • Renewable energy infrastructure delivery.

    • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

    • Utility, infrastructure or energy sector project delivery.

    What's on Offer

    • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing renewable energy business.

    • Involvement in a flagship UK solar programme.

    • Strong pipeline of future projects.

    • Long-term career development opportunities.

    • Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.

    If you are an experienced Project or Portfolio Manager looking to play a key role in the delivery of major renewable energy infrastructure projects, we would be keen to hear from you.

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