Onshore Construction Project Manager

STOWEN; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean energy firm is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee onshore and offshore construction services for a large offshore wind farm project in Lowestoft. This role requires robust project management skills, a commitment to safety, and effective communication. Ideal candidates will possess a recognised Project Management qualification, relevant experience, and a background in renewable energy. Flexibility to work offshore is essential.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a Project Management role within the Renewable Wind Sector.
• Commitment to safety standards in offshore environments.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Manage client work requests across the project.
• Maintain full cost control of project spending.
• Facilitate meetings with third-party contractors.
• Oversee inspection software and inventory management.
• Manage the project team and offshore personnel.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Control

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

HNC or equivalent

NEBOSH Health and Safety Qualification

Recognised Project Management Qualification

Job description

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Overview:

Stowen Clean Energy have an immediate vacancy for an experienced site-based Construction Project Manager to join our team. This exciting role involves managing onshore and offshore construction services to a large offshore wind farm construction project. This role will involve supporting the Offshore Wind Farm Developer, alongside suppliers, third parties and Stowen site-based personnel. This position presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual to further their career within the renewable energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work Request Management: Managing a wide range of client work requests across the project, including equipment procurement, property lease arrangements, onshore / offshore work scopes, quoting, estimating timelines, reporting, engaging with suppliers and contractors.

• Cost Control & Invoicing: Maintaining full cost control of all spending associated with approved work requests, issuing detailed invoice packages with back up, forecasting project costs, identifying any shortfalls in budget.
• Meetings and Communication: Facilitate meetings with third-party contractors, attend project related meetings as required, lead monthly high-level review meetings.
• Inspection and Compliance: Manage online inspection software to ensure all equipment is registered and inspections are carried to maintain operational availability. Ensure daily progress reports are completed / uploaded to the inspection system and monitor inspection schedules.
• Inventory and Asset Management: Oversee an online asset management system, ensuring that all items are correctly registered, track location of issued assets and monitor usage patterns.
• Team Management: Manage Stowen office-based project team and Stowen offshore personnel assigned to the project.

Requirements:

• At least five years' previous experience in a similar Project Management role within the Renewable Wind Sector.
• HNC or equivalent; technical education would be advantageous.
• NEBOSHH or equivalent health and safety qualification would be advantageous.
• Recognised Project Management qualification is essential.
• Commitment to safety standards and protocols in offshore environments.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team setting.
• Physical fitness and ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Full GWO Package, OGUK Medical & Chester Step Medicals would be advantageous.

Working Conditions:

• The role is office based at site in Lowestoft, United Kingdom (Mon-Fri).
• Forty hours per week but flexibility to mobilise offshore, overseas for short durations is required.
• Flexibility to work limited additional hours, if necessary, in support of project operational management.