Battery Storage Project Manager – Grid & EPC Delivery

Spencer Ogden

Preston

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system projects from award to commissioning and handover. You will ensure safety, on-time, on-budget delivery to high technical standards, coordinating with contractors, grid operators, planning authorities, and landowners across the UK.

The role requires 5+ years in energy/storage projects, strong construction/commissioning knowledge, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

5+ years’ experience in project delivery (energy storage, solar, or grid-scale infrastructure).
Strong understanding of construction and commissioning phases of battery projects.
Experience working with EPCs, ICPs, and DNOs on grid-connected projects.
Knowledge of contracts (FIDIC or equivalent) and variation processes.
Proficient with project tools such as Gantt charts, financial tracking, and reporting systems.
Excellent communication and a collaborative, solutions-driven mindset.
Willingness to travel across the UK for site and stakeholder visits.

Responsibilities

Manage tendering and contract scopes with EPCs, ICPs, and other partners
Oversee construction delivery, including planning conditions and grid compliance (G99, ION, FON)
Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance
Coordinate stakeholder meetings and project reporting
Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM, and planning requirements
Manage commissioning, handover, and close-out of projects
Support dispute resolution and provide technical/commercial input on change orders