At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting renewable energy projects from start to finish across the UK.
- Company: Join a rapidly expanding multi-service provider in the renewables sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, car allowance, and 28 days holiday.
- Other info: Flexible working with opportunities for travel and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management within renewables or electrical contracting is essential.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Our client is a national multi-service provider delivering electrical, drainage, pumping and lighting solutions across the UK. The Group is rapidly expanding and includes a dedicated EV Team delivering end-to-end low-carbon solutions for commercial, industrial and public sector clients.
Location: Stevenage - Office-based with hybrid working and frequent travel to client sites across the UK.
Working hours: 08:00am - 17:00pm Monday to Friday, with flexibility to support project delivery, client meetings and operational requirements.
The role of a renewables Project Manager involves managing the end-to-end delivery of EV projects across EVC charging infrastructure, Solar PV, BESS and associated electrical infrastructure works. Responsibilities include:
- Managing the delivery of multiple Renewables projects across the UK from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
- Coordinating project activities including surveys, procurement, scheduling, installation, commissioning and client handover.
- Working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team environment including estimators, electrical engineers, project delivery teams and administrative support staff.
- Managing subcontractors, suppliers and direct labour to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
- Monitoring project programmes, budgets, risks and resource allocation.
- Ensuring compliance with H&S legislation, company procedures and client requirements.
- Maintaining regular communication with clients, providing updates on programme, progress and delivery milestones.
- Coordinating site activities, documentation and reporting across multiple live projects.
- Supporting commercial processes including variations, change control and project cost tracking.
- Assisting with operational reporting, continuous improvement initiatives and delivery planning within the Renewables division.
- Supporting commissioning, testing, snagging and final project close-out activities.
Essentials:
- Proven experience in a Project Manager, Contracts Supervisor or similar operational delivery role within renewables, electrical contracting, M&E or utilities.
- Experience delivering commercial renewable energy or electrical infrastructure projects.
- Proven experience working within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Strong understanding of project delivery, programme management and operational coordination.
- Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and multiple concurrent projects.
- Ability to manage project budgets, delivery risks and operational priorities effectively.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Good commercial awareness including variations, change control and project cost management.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving capability.
- Full UK driving licence.
- SSSTS qualification essential.
- SMSTS qualification essential.
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification essential.
- EVC qualification essential.
Technical requirements:
- Good understanding of renewable energy project delivery including Solar PV, EV charging infrastructure, BESS and associated electrical works.
- Working knowledge of project lifecycle activities.
- Understanding of construction and electrical project delivery processes.
- Familiarity with project documentation.
- Understanding of UK H&S legislation.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and project programmes.
- Competent in Microsoft 365.
- Experience using CRM, ERP or project/job management systems preferred.
- Strong understanding of electrical testing, commissioning and compliance processes.
- Working knowledge of EV charging infrastructure standards.
Training & Certifications:
- Relevant industry experience within electrical, renewables or construction environments.
- SSSTS qualification essential.
- SMSTS qualification essential.
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification essential.
- EVC qualification essential.
- ECS/CSCS card desirable.
- Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contract principles desirable.
- Desirable renewables-related knowledge/training across Solar PV or BESS technologies.
- Full UK driving licence required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Delivery
- Planning & Coordination
- Commercial & Cost Control
- Client & Stakeholder Management
- Health, Safety & Compliance
- Supply Chain & Resource Coordination
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Bonus
- Car allowance/vehicle (as applicable)
- Holidays: 28 days including bank holidays
Project Manager Renewables in Watford employer: Beautiful Recruitment LLP
Our client is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the rapidly growing renewables sector. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative culture, team members benefit from hybrid working arrangements, competitive salaries, and opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that contribute to a sustainable future. Located in Stevenage, employees enjoy the flexibility of office-based work combined with travel across the UK, ensuring a diverse and enriching experience.
