Construction Project Manager - Renewable Energy

Mint Selection; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the UK seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee a major infrastructure project. You will manage project delivery, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while handling budgets and timelines. Ideal candidates have strong construction management experience, especially with projects over £50 million. Join a team committed to the energy transition and make a real impact in sustainable energy.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale construction projects within a principal contractor setting.
• Strong track record delivering projects with values exceeding £50 million.
• Experience managing EPC, ICP and DNO stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of the project, ensuring successful execution from pre-construction through to completion.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and reporting.
• Monitor site progress, risk, safety and quality performance.

Skills

Construction management processes

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Background in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Job description

Construction Project Manager – Renewable Energy

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of one of the UK’s most significant energy infrastructure projects. Once operational, this project will have the capacity to power up to 600,000+ UK homes. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing renewable energy company at the forefront of the UK’s transition to net zero. As Project Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of this project - from pre-construction through to commissioning - before progressing to a pipeline of large-scale projects across the South West over the next 5 years+.

Construction Project Manager – Renewable Energy responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of the project, ensuring successful execution from pre-construction through to completion and operation
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and reporting, ensuring alignment with strategic and technical objectives
• Act as the key interface between on-site Construction Management and the wider project leadership team
• Oversee EPC, ICP and DNO counterparties, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and to specification
• Monitor site progress, risk, safety and quality performance through regular reporting and site visits
• Provide leadership and coordination for sub-contractors and third parties across all project phases
• Ensure strict adherence to all health, safety, and environmental standards on site
• Support value engineering, scheduling and problem-solving to maintain project momentum and performance
• Report directly to the Senior Project Manager on progress, key milestones, risks and budgetary control

Construction Project Manager – Renewable Energy requirements

• Experience managing large-scale construction projects within a principal contractor setting
• Strong track record delivering projects with individual values exceeding £50 million
• Solid understanding of construction management processes, project scheduling, and contractor coordination
• Experience managing EPC, ICP and DNO stakeholders
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and maintain composure in complex, fast-paced environments
• Background in Electrical or Civil Engineering advantageous
• Ideally you'll be based near the project in Devon or in London near their HQ

If this peaks your interest, reach out today to have a confidential discussion and find out more about this opportunity!

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Construction Project Manager - Renewable Energy

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