Commercial Solar Project Manager

Allen & York; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen & York is seeking an experienced Commercial Solar Project Manager to own multiple commercial solar PV projects from pre-construction through installation, commissioning and client handover. The role blends office/home working with regular UK site travel.

You will manage the full lifecycle, ensure safety, on-time delivery, within budget, coordinating clients, subcontractors and engineers, with RAMS, CDM 2015 and safety as priorities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing commercial solar PV projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial/industrial AC electrical installations.
• Working knowledge of BS 7671.
• Ability to understand SLDs, electrical schematics and LV distribution systems.
• Experience with site surveys, RAMS and construction health & safety.
• Strong project planning, organisational and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple commercial solar PV projects from handover through to completion.
• Undertaking and coordinating commercial solar site surveys.
• Developing project programmes, schedules and delivery plans.
• Managing subcontractors, installers and specialist contractors.
• Coordinating procurement, materials, deliveries and site logistics.
• Leading client pre-start and project coordination meetings.
• Reviewing RAMS and ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and health & safety.
• Reviewing solar PV designs and identifying technical/constructability issues.
• Coordinating electrical, structural and installation requirements.
• Managing testing, commissioning, snagging and final client handover.
• Monitoring programme, costs, risks, quality and project performance.

Skills

Commercial solar

Project management

Electrical installations

RAMS & safety

Client meetings

Travel

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Commercial Solar Project Manager to join a growing renewable energy business and take ownership of multiple commercial solar PV projects from pre‑construction through to installation, commissioning and client handover.

This is a hands‑on project management role combining office/home working with regular UK site travel, including occasional overnight stays.

The Role

You'll manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard. You'll work closely with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, designers and internal teams to keep projects moving and resolve issues before they impact delivery.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing multiple commercial solar PV projects from handover through to completion
• Undertaking and coordinating commercial solar site surveys
• Developing project programmes, schedules and delivery plans
• Managing subcontractors, installers and specialist contractors
• Coordinating procurement, materials, deliveries and site logistics
• Leading client pre‑start and project coordination meetings
• Reviewing RAMS and ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and health & safety requirements
• Reviewing solar PV designs and identifying technical/constructability issues
• Coordinating electrical, structural and installation requirements
• Managing testing, commissioning, snagging and final client handover
• Monitoring programme, costs, risks, quality and project performance

About You

You'll have proven experience managing commercial solar PV projects, ideally including commercial rooftop and/or ground‑mounted installations.

You'll also need:

• Strong understanding of commercial/industrial AC electrical installations
• Working knowledge of BS 7671
• Ability to understand SLDs, electrical schematics and LV distribution systems
• Experience with site surveys, RAMS and construction health & safety
• Strong project planning, organisational and communication skills
• The confidence to manage contractors and lead client meetings
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally

SMSTS, CSCS, IOSH/NEBOSH, BESS or DNO/G99 experience would be advantageous.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing commercial solar and renewable energy business, taking real ownership of projects and playing a key role in their successful delivery.

If you're an experienced Solar Project Manager looking for your next opportunity within a growing renewable energy environment, we'd love to hear from you.