Battery Storage Projects Lead - UK Grid Delivery

Spencer Ogden; Bolton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in the UK. From award to commissioning, you’ll ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery to high technical standards.

You will coordinate with contractors, grid operators, planning authorities, and landowners, travel UK-wide, and drive safe execution, quality, and compliance through all project phases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in project delivery (energy storage, solar, or grid-scale infra).
• Strong engineering knowledge across construction and commissioning of battery projects.
• Experience with EPCs, ICPs, and DNOs on grid-connected projects.
• Knowledge of contracts (FIDIC or equivalent) and change processes.
• Excellent communication and collaborative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead tendering and contract scoping with EPCs, ICPs, and 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.
• Oversee commissioning, handover, and close-out of projects.
• Support dispute resolution and provide input on change orders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Engineering knowledge

Communication

Collaborative mindset

Tools

Gantt charts

Financial tracking

Reporting systems

Job description

Spencer Ogden is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in the UK. From award to commissioning, you’ll ensure safe, on-time, on-budget delivery to high technical standards.

You will coordinate with contractors, grid operators, planning authorities, and landowners, travel UK-wide, and drive safe execution, quality, and compliance through all project phases.