Project Director

Executive Integrity; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing renewable energy developer in the UK seeks a Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and a strong background in solar or battery energy storage systems. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits in a vibrant company culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth and development opportunities

Pension

Bonuses

Travel opportunities within the UK

Qualifications

• 6-10 years' experience delivering utility-scale renewable energy or power sector projects.
• Background in solar or battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Excellent communicator and stakeholder manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of renewable energy projects through all stages of construction and commissioning.
• Act as the key interface between the developer, contractors, consultants, and grid operators.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Project scheduling

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Contract administration

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job title:

Construction Project Manager / Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Location:

United Kingdom (Hybrid with regular travel to project sites)

Who are we recruiting for?

We are recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing renewable energy developer driving the decarbonisation of the global energy sector. The company delivers utility-scale renewable energy projects and related infrastructure, combining commercial success with responsible development. Partnering closely with an international investment firm, they operate across the US, UK, and Australian energy markets, managing projects from origination through to operation.

What will you be doing?

This is a unique opportunity to lead the end-to-end delivery of renewable energy projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standard. You'll take ownership of projects from pre-construction through commissioning and handover, managing multiple stakeholders and ensuring excellence at every stage.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of renewable energy projects through all stages of construction and commissioning
• Act as the key interface between the developer, contractors, consultants, and grid operators
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets
• Oversee grid connections, interconnection works, and EPC contractors
• Ensure safety, compliance, and strong governance across all activities
• Lead procurement and tendering activities, reviewing contract scopes and risk allocations
• Identify risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation and improvement strategies
• Manage project transitions, including commissioning and handover to operations
• Support portfolio projects through permitting, grid compliance, and risk management

Qualifications

• 6-10 years' experience delivering utility-scale renewable energy or power sector projects
• Background in solar or battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Degree-qualified in engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Excellent communicator and stakeholder manager
• Skilled in project scheduling, cost control, and contract administration
• Strong understanding of grid codes, compliance, and commissioning
• Experienced in safe work practices and site management within the power or energy sectors
• Determined, focused, and disciplined with exceptional attention to detail

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to shape and lead delivery within a vibrant, growing renewable energy company
• Work on impactful and innovative projects accelerating global decarbonisation
• Exposure to international projects and investment teams
• Supportive, creative, and collaborative company culture
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Pension, bonuses, and travel opportunities within the UK

About Us

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.