EPC Project Manager

Taylor Hopkinson; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking an experienced EPC Project Manager to oversee large-scale solar PV installations across the UK. This role demands strong technical oversight and stakeholder coordination to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering or project management and a proven track record in managing renewable energy projects. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing renewable energy solutions and making a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Experience managing grid-connected renewable energy projects, ideally solar PV.
• In-depth understanding of UK health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
• Manage project financials, including budgeting and cash flow.
• Ensure delivery of construction projects on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Degree in engineering

Project management

Job description

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EPC Project Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced EPC Project Manager to oversee the execution of large-scale renewable energy installations across the UK, with an initial focus on utility-scale solar PV, likely expanding to include energy storage and onshore wind.

Your leadership will guide each project from detailed planning through to commissioning, at which point it will be transitioned to the operational management team.

The role requires a strong mix of technical oversight, stakeholder coordination, and on-the-ground problem-solving. You’ll engage regularly with suppliers, contractors, and a range of stakeholders, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with project goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate across technical, commercial, and risk disciplines to uphold high standards in health & safety and quality;
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of internal project delivery systems and methodologies;
• Lead engineering, procurement, and construction activities; organise and chair regular project coordination meetings;
• Manage project financials, including budgeting, cash flow, and invoice validation;
• Conduct site inspections to track progress and resolve issues in real time;
• Ensure full compliance with permits, lease terms, grid agreements, financing terms, and offtake contracts;
• Prepare and maintain project reporting materials covering progress, expenditures, risks, and safety performance;
• Develop and validate capital expenditure estimates;
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to establish and manage project team structures;
• Ensure delivery of construction projects on schedule, within scope, and on budget;
• Be the accountable owner of each project during the pre-operational lifecycle.

Your Profile

• Degree in engineering, project management, or equivalent professional experience;
• Demonstrated success managing grid-connected renewable energy projects, ideally solar PV, during the build phase;
• In-depth understanding of UK health and safety regulations;
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken;
• Full driving license valid in the UK;
• Willingness to travel extensively within the UK, and occasionally to mainland Europe;
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities with confidence.

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