CHP Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Power and renewable energy sector is seeking a CHP Project Manager to oversee full turnkey projects. This role involves managing project lifecycles, liaising with clients and suppliers, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Generous car/allowance

Clear progression route

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience in standby generator sector (20KW-2.5MW).
• Strong technical skills and experience managing turnkey projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of CHP projects including ordering, installation, client liaison, commissioning, and handover.
• Coordinate with suppliers, engineers, designers, manufacturers, and aftercare teams.
• Ensure smooth project delivery across multiple sites.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Project management

Client liaison

Technical skills

Job description

Job Description

CHP Project Manager

Location: Northwest England

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Generous car/allowance (OTE: £70K+)

Work Setup: Office-based, hybrid working after probation

Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

About the Role:

Innotech Partners are recruiting for a leading company in the Power and renewable energy sector to hire a CHP Project Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled and adaptable professional to manage full turnkey CHP projects from ordering through installation, commissioning, and handover. The successful candidate will be based in Northwest England, with regular site visits.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage full lifecycle of CHP projects including ordering, installation, client liaison, commissioning, and handover
2. Coordinate with suppliers, engineers, designers, manufacturers, and aftercare teams
3. Oversee installation of various generator types, including own products plus Jenbacher, MTU, and others (20KW-2.5MW)
4. Ensure smooth project delivery across multiple sites
5. Occasionally travel and stay overnight for site visits or client meetings
6. Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction

Candidate Requirements:

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering
• Experienced within the standby generator sector (20KW-2.5MW)
• Strong technical skills and experience managing turnkey projects
• Open-minded, willing to learn, and hands-on approach — no "that's not my job" attitude
• Experience liaising with clients, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams
• PLC knowledge is a plus but not essential
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and adapt to changing project requirements
• Comfortable with occasional travel and overnight stays

Why Join?

• Competitive salary with generous car/allowance
• Hybrid working model
• Clear progression route
• Supportive and growing company within the renewables sector
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects with cutting-edge CHP technology

Innotech Partners Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and is a subsidiary of Talentia Group.