UK BESS Project Delivery Lead – Grid & Commercial

Masdar; Abu Dhabi; Remote; AED 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Masdar is seeking a Project Manager to lead the safe, compliant delivery of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in the UAE, with UK-regulated governance requirements. You will manage EPC/BoP interfaces, commercial and technical integration, and ensure handover ready documentation.

The role reports to the Chief Investment Office; you will coordinate cross-functional teams and drive governance improvements across the portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of assigned BESS project(s) through construction and commissioning.
• Act as Client Representative under EPC / BoP contracts.
• Ensure compliance with programme, technical specifications, Employer’s Requirements and grid connection agreements.
• Manage Principal Contractor performance under CDM Regulations.
• Coordinate civil, electrical BoP, HV, BESS integrator and ICP interfaces.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Escalate critical issues with defined recovery plans.
• Administer EPC/BoP/BESS contracts in accordance with Delegation of Authority.
• Review and challenge contractor applications for payment.
• Assess variations, compensation events and claims.
• Monitor contingency drawdown and forecast final cost.
• Protect Masdar’s commercial position at all times.
• Maintain detailed oversight of baseline vs actual programme.
• Ensure critical path protection and recovery strategies where required.
• Implement structured risk registers with RAG status.
• Coordinate early warning mechanisms with contractors.
• Oversee detailed design development and technical compliance.
• Manage integration of BESS containers and PCS, substations, grid transformers, protection & control schemes, SCADA, communications and cyber security requirements.
• Ensure grid code compliance and witness FAT/SAT where required.
• Oversee commissioning strategy and energisation readiness.
• Ensure structured interface with Asset Management.
• Validate performance testing and contractual guarantees.
• Secure complete and compliant handover documentation.
• Produce structured monthly reports covering Programme, Commercial status, Risk, HSE, and key decisions required.
• Ensure compliance with internal Masdar governance, audit and procurement processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of BESS Delivery standards.
• Ensure compliance with UK CDM Regulations and grid operator requirements.

Job description

Masdar is seeking a Project Manager to lead the safe, compliant delivery of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects in the UAE, with UK-regulated governance requirements. You will manage EPC/BoP interfaces, commercial and technical integration, and ensure handover ready documentation.

The role reports to the Chief Investment Office; you will coordinate cross-functional teams and drive governance improvements across the portfolio.