Remote Renewable Energy Project Delivery Manager in Newport

We specialise exclusively in providing end-to-end, on-roof and ground-mount solar PV solutions, with and without battery storage, to SMEs and smaller Corporates. We are a growing business, looking for a proven, experienced commercial Solar PV Project Manager to join our team to complement and inspire our established support, design, and delivery team members.

The Project Delivery Manager will play a key role in leading, planning, execution and delivery of commercial solar PV projects, primarily across England and Wales. The role has responsibility for delivery of projects from start to finish, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Duties include managing resources, identifying and mitigating risks, working closely with our internal support teams to achieve project goals, tracking progress, reporting on performance, and making necessary adjustments to plans as needed.

The Project Delivery Manager will be our key on-site presence with close liaison with the customer as well as our on-site coordinator and manager of all third-party service providers including install partners. You must be knowledgeable in every aspect of the project lifecycle, experienced in initiating projects, planning, delegating, managing and risk mitigating while being responsible for managing resources, timelines, budgets, and communications with team and sub-contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within scope. The role encompasses project delivery across a range of technologies but initially, the core focus will be on Solar PV projects for SMEs.

• Planning and Development: Defining project scope, goals, and objectives; developing detailed project plans; and establishing timelines and budgets.
• Resource Management: Identifying, recruiting, and managing project teams; allocating resources effectively; and ensuring availability of necessary tools and equipment.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Execution and Monitoring: Overseeing the execution of project activities; monitoring progress against the plan; and adjusting as needed to ensure timely and successful completion.
• Reporting and Communication: Preparing regular progress reports; communicating project status; and managing client relationships.
• Quality Assurance and System Validation: Ensuring that project deliverables meet high quality standards and requirements at every stage of on-site delivery.
• Budget Management: Managing project budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
• Problem Solving: Identifying and resolving issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.
• Team Leadership: Motivating and leading project teams, fostering collaboration, and providing guidance and support.

• Essential: Experience of Project Management with proven success delivering commercial solar projects ranging from 20kW to 1mW+.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction practices within the renewable energy sector.
• Working knowledge of Solar PV development and certification requirements and regulations.
• Familiarity with developing and optimising system layouts and configurations using specialised design software (e.g., Open Solar, PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, or similar tools).
• Proactivity and problem-solving attitude, with strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in English both written and verbal.

• Desirable: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Excellent IT skills particularly MS Excel/Word/Project and PowerPoint.
• Appropriate professional Project Management qualifications.
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Ability to produce and review technical reports for clients, so attention to detail is paramount.

What we can offer you: A genuine career opportunity as part of an excellent team, comprehensive management support, first-class administration support, excellent pre-project and post-project technical support, and support towards gaining professional Project Management qualifications.