At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead solar maintenance projects and ensure top-notch service delivery across the UK.
- Company: Join Sigma, a fast-growing leader in renewable energy and building services.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, hybrid working, and health perks like free tea and coffee.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent growth opportunities and training.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the renewable energy sector while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management and a passion for sustainability are essential.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced PPM Project Manager to oversee the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) contracts across a national portfolio of solar PV and renewable energy assets.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring maintenance programmes are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in line with client expectations and industry compliance requirements. Working closely with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams, you will play a key role in maximising asset performance, maintaining strong customer relationships, and identifying opportunities for remedial works and future renewable energy projects.
Main responsibilities:
- Manage the planning and delivery of national solar PV maintenance programmes.
- Coordinate engineers and subcontractors across multiple locations.
- Ensure achievement of contractual KPIs, SLAs, and compliance standards.
- Review maintenance reports, inspection results, and performance data.
- Manage project budgets, costs, purchase orders, and supplier invoices.
- Prepare quotations for remedial works and identify opportunities for additional business.
- Act as the main point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and performance reporting.
- Produce KPI dashboards, compliance reports, financial forecasts, and programme updates.
- Ensure all work complies with relevant health & safety, electrical, and industry regulations.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, process efficiencies, and operational best practice.
- Provide guidance and support to engineers and junior team members where required.
Knowledge and experience required:
Essential:
- Previous Project Management experience within Building Services, Electrical, Facilities Management, or Renewable Energy sectors.
- Experience delivering Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) contracts.
- Strong client relationship management experience.
- Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and subcontractors.
- Good understanding of electrical systems and relevant health & safety legislation.
- Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Drone licence with the ability to operate and undertake site inspections.
Desirable:
- Solar PV maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of battery storage systems and EV charging infrastructure.
- Experience working within retail or national maintenance environments.
- Familiarity with CAFM systems, Power BI, and Microsoft Project.
- Understanding of decarbonisation and sustainability programmes.
Skills required:
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Commercial and financial management skills.
- Ability to analyse technical information and identify solutions.
- Effective planning, scheduling, and resource management.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and reporting tools.
- Commitment to health & safety, quality, and customer service excellence.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent industry experience.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Valid Drone Licence and competency in drone operation.
Desirable:
- IOSH Managing Safely.
- SMSTS or SSSTS.
- Prince2 Practitioner or APM PMQ.
- NEBOSH General Certificate.
- BS7671 Awareness.
- MCS Awareness.
- Solar PV qualification (Level 3 Award in the Installation and Maintenance of Small Scale Solar Photovoltaic Systems, or equivalent).
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- A days birthday leave to be taken within your birthday month.
- Opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday.
- Opportunity for hybrid working.
- Ability to participate in the Octopus EV salary sacrifice scheme.
- Ability to participate in the Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Healthshield cash plan with discounts on high street stores.
- Free external financial advice offering support for mortgages, pensions and insurances.
- Enhanced family friendly pay.
- Free tea, coffee and fruit on all sites.
Opportunity to be involved with Group Colleague Board, Quarterly Corporate Events/Charity Involvement.
Sigma is committed to providing colleagues with opportunities to progress their career, supported by a range of training and development activities and interventions.
If you think you’ve got what it takes to join our growing, winning team we’d love to hear from you.
Solar PPM Project Manager in Yorkshire employer: Sigma Retail Solutions Limited
At Sigma, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the retail fit-out sector, offering our Project Engineers a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive benefits including 25 days of holiday, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional development, all while ensuring a supportive and inclusive culture. Our strategic location in the south of the UK allows for exciting project diversity and regular engagement with our dedicated team, making Sigma an exceptional place to advance your career.
Contact Details:
Sigma Retail Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
