EV Charging Infrastructure Project & Deployment Manager – BYD Flash Charging

BYD EUROPE; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle infrastructure company is seeking a Project Manager & Network Operations for High-Power Charging stations. This role involves managing the deployment and operational integration of charging sites, coordinating contractors, and ensuring project delivery quality. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in large-scale infrastructure deployments, a strong technical background, and project management skills. This position requires frequent travel across various regions in the UK and Ireland.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in deploying EV charging, BESS, PV, telecom or similar infrastructure.
• Proven delivery of large-scale deployment programs (10–100+ sites).
• Strong project-management capabilities (PMP / Prince2 is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Drive rollout of BYD Flash Charging sites, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance.
• Oversee operational monitoring and integration of new stations into the live network.

Skills

Large-scale EV charging experience

Project management

Technical knowledge of electrical systems

Networking with installers and EPCs

Job description

[The position is open to candidates based in UK & Ireland, France, DACHS (Germany / Austria / Switzerland), Italy, Benelux (NL, BE, LU), Iberia ( Spain & Portugal), Nordics (Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland), Baltic (Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lituania) Please note that the location selected on LinkedIn is for posting purpose only]

The Project Manager & Network Operations – HPC / Flash Charging leads the end-to-end deployment and operational integration of BYD’s High-Power Charging (HPC) / Flash Charging stations across the assigned country or region.

The role requires strong experience in large-scale EV charging or similar infrastructure deployment, BESS integration, and an established network of installers, EPCs, and construction partners.

Key Responsibilities

Deployment & Execution

• Drive massive rollout of BYD Flash Charging sites, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and safe delivery.
• Coordinate all phases : permitting, civil works, electrical installation, grid connection, BESS installation, and commissioning.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance across multiple parallel sites.

Installer & Construction Ecosystem

• Build and maintain a qualified national / regional partner network (installers, EPCs, civil-works companies).
• Lead RFI / RFQ processes, negotiate contracts, and enforce BYD installation and quality standards.
• Implement standardized deployment methods to ensure speed, scalability, and repeatable quality.

Technical Leadership

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for HPC chargers, BESS systems, site power design, and integration.
• Support engineering reviews (single-line diagrams, load studies, grounding, communication systems).
• Provide on-site guidance and troubleshooting during installation and commissioning.

Network Operations

• Oversee operational monitoring and ensure smooth integration of new stations into the live network.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with service partners to ensure high uptime.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, as-built files, and commissioning records.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Real Estate, Engineering, Energy, Procurement, and Finance teams.
• Share field insights to improve deployment guidelines, BESS integration workflows, and future product designs.
• Ensure alignment with corporate best practices and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Must-Have

• 5+ years experience in deploying EV charging, BESS, PV, telecom, or comparable multi-site electrical infrastructure.
• Proven delivery of large-scale deployment programs (10–100+ sites).
• Practical experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (design, installation, commissioning).
• Established network of local installers, EPCs, grid contractors, and construction companies.
• Strong technical knowledge of LV / MV electrical systems, grid connections, civil works, and commissioning.
• Strong project-management capabilities (PMP / Prince2 is a plus).
• Ability to travel frequently across the country / region.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with HPC chargers , liquid-cooled systems, or substation-level installations.
• Background in high-growth deployment organizations (e.g., Tesla, Fastned, IONITY, Enel X).
• Knowledge of local permitting and utility requirements.