Project Manager - BESS in Leeds

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide. We have a great opportunity for a Site Project Manager to oversee major renewable EPC projects across the UK. We design, install, commission and operate large scale solar PV farms and BESS facilities for our clients, supplying renewable energy from solar power plants that enables local communities to reduce costs and their carbon footprint. Alongside our solar farm & BESS projects, we are involved in delivering a wide range of energy solutions to secure a more sustainable future.

Please note that when working away from home you will be provided with hotel accommodation and additional expenses. The postholder will also have access to a company vehicle. This role requires the post-holder to work on site from Monday to Friday.

Key Activities:

• Ensuring that all work is carried out to contract specifications regarding quality, time scales, costs, and is authorised and documented in accordance with company procedures.
• Planning resource appropriately to ensure maximum utilisation of human resources and minimise cost of materials and equipment.
• Ensuring that all members of staff carry out their duties in a safe manner, in compliance with the company's Health and Safety Policy.
• Being responsible for consistent project delivery including robust, high-quality services through management of operational teams.
• Implementing corporate strategies, especially in the context of financial performance.
• Being responsible for contractual performance in line with approved budgets and key performance indicators.
• Effectively managing supply chain to the project in a cost-effective way.
• Building and maintaining partnership relationships with client representatives and managers.
• Recruiting, developing, and motivating operational staff to maintain high standards of professionalism and customer service.

Skills, qualifications & experience:

• Previous project management experience within utility-scale ground mounted solar PV or BESS facilities.
• Experience in reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes.
• Previous exposure to H&S, budget and programme responsibility.
• Qualified at HNC level; relevant industry training (SMSTS, CDM, IOSH).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal with clients, supply chain and employees.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to multi-task.
• Flexible approach to working, willing to travel; full driving licence.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Generous holiday allowance.
• Private health care.
• Pension.
• Company share scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

At Equans, we're committed to building a diverse, respectful and inclusive workplace that truly reflects the communities and markets we serve. Joining Equans means being part of a culture where every voice is valued, supported by vibrant employee led networks championing inclusion and diversity across gender, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ+, veterans, parents, and young professionals.

Guided by our core values, we foster a culture of respect, integrity, collaboration, and excellence - empowering our people to deliver outstanding results and be their authentic selves every day.

Our approach means we welcome candidates with transferable skills who may not meet every specific requirement, and where possible we support flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to enable success.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check or security vetting, as noted in the role requirements. A criminal record will not necessarily be a barrier to obtaining a position with us.