Battery Storage Project Lead – UK Grid Delivery

Spencer Ogden; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system projects in the UK. From award to commissioning, you will ensure safety, timeliness, budget adherence, and high technical standards.

This role requires strong engineering knowledge, excellent stakeholder management, and proven experience in grid or energy infrastructure projects, with travel across the UK to sites and meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in project delivery for energy storage or related infra.
• Experience in construction and commissioning phases of battery projects.
• Proven track record with EPCs, ICPs, and DNOs on grid-connected schemes.
• Knowledge of FIDIC or equivalent contract terms and change processes.
• Strong communication and collaborative problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large-scale BESS projects from award to commissioning.
• Manage tendering and contract scopes with EPCs, ICPs, and partners.
• Oversee construction, planning conditions, and grid compliance (G99, ION, FON).
• Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and project reporting.
• Ensure HSE, CDM, and planning requirements are met.
• Support dispute resolution and advise on change orders.

Skills

Project management

Energy storage

Stakeholder management

Contract knowledge

FIDIC or equivalent

Gantt charts

Tools

Budget tracking

Reporting systems

Job description

Spencer Ogden is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system projects in the UK. From award to commissioning, you will ensure safety, timeliness, budget adherence, and high technical standards.

This role requires strong engineering knowledge, excellent stakeholder management, and proven experience in grid or energy infrastructure projects, with travel across the UK to sites and meetings.