Job Description Birchwell Associates is recruiting for an experienced Senior Solar Solutions Manager to join an established and growing renewable energy business based in Weybridge.
This is a key position within a Solar PV and Battery Storage division, working directly alongside the Technical Director and taking responsibility for projects from initial enquiry and survey through to installation, commissioning and final handover.
The role would suit an experienced solar professional with a strong electrical background who is comfortable managing multiple projects, coordinating engineers and subcontractors, reviewing technical designs and maintaining strong commercial control. The Role
Responsibilities will include:
Planning and coordinating Solar PV and Battery Storage installations
Supporting the Technical Director with the day-to-day running of the solar division
Reviewing surveys, system designs, quotations and project requirements
Organising engineers, subcontractors, materials and access equipment
Managing project programmes, costs and profitability
Reviewing installation quality and resolving technical or delivery issues
Managing DNO applications, commissioning information and handover documentation
Ensuring projects comply with MCS requirements, BS 7671 and company standards
Liaising with clients, consultants, engineers, suppliers and subcontractors
Attending site meetings and carrying out progress inspections
Managing several live projects and priorities simultaneously
Supporting the continued growth and development of the Solar PV and Battery Storage division
What We're Looking For
To be considered, you will ideally have:
Strong experience within Solar PV, Battery Storage or electrical project delivery
5+ years' experience in solar stringing/system design
Background within electrical contracting
Full electrical qualifications, ideally Gold Card or equivalent
Solar PV / EESS qualification such as C&G, BPEC, LCL or EAL
Strong project-management and organisational skills
Experience managing engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
Good commercial understanding of project costs and margins
Experience working with CRM systems
Strong client-facing communication skills
Full UK driving licence
Good knowledge of MCS processes would be highly advantageous
Experience with SolarEdge, PV*SOL or Reonic would also be beneficial
This role requires someone who can take ownership, make decisions independently and remain organised across multiple projects. Package
£45,000 - £55,000 salary , dependent on experience
Company vehicle or car allowance
Company mobile phone and equipment
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Workplace pension
Death-in-service benefit
Ongoing professional training and development
Genuine progression opportunity as the division continues to grow
The position is based in Weybridge, Surrey , with travel to project sites across London and the South East as required.
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Birchwell Associates is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the thriving renewable energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a culture that values innovation and teamwork, our electricians enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within the expanding Solar PV market in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
