Project Director

Metlen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Friendly environment

Training & development

Flexible working

Exposure to renewables projects

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a Project Director (Solar/BESS) to lead end-to-end EPC projects in the UK & Ireland. You will drive tendering, contract negotiations, and execution across PV and storage assets, ensuring profitability, schedule, HSE and client satisfaction.

The role requires 5–10 years in EPC project management, strong commercial acumen, and UK/Ireland project experience. Global projects and a cross-functional team environment await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• 5–10 years of experience in EPC project management or project directorship.
• Proven track record delivering utility-scale Solar PV projects across multi-MW scales.
• Strong experience in tendering, contract negotiation and EPC execution.
• Experience delivering projects in the UK, Ireland or EU is highly desirable.
• Experience across Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Familiarity with UK and Irish permitting, grid connection and contractual requirements.
• Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of Solar PV and BESS EPC engineering fundamentals.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge, including payment terms, LDs, warranties, bonds and performance guarantees.
• Strong cost control, cash flow forecasting, margin and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly proactive, solution-oriented and able to make effective decisions under commercial and time pressure.
• Advanced MS Office skills; experience with MS Project is required.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead tender preparation and client negotiations.
• Develop and approve budgets, cost of sales, cash flow and margins.
• Negotiate EPC contracts including terms, payments and guarantees.
• Oversee procurement across PV modules, inverters, BESS and related.
• Provide executive oversight of programme, budget, HSE and quality.
• Manage risks, deviations, change orders and claims.
• Maintain relationships with clients, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Deliver project commissioning, handover and close-out.
• Prepare progress and cash flow reports for senior management.

Skills

Tendering

Contract negotiations

Project leadership

Budgeting

Cash flow forecasting

Risk management

Stakeholder management

English fluency

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Master's degree or equivalent (Desirable)

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently looking for a Project Director (Solar/BESS) to join our team in the UK & Ireland.

The Project Director will take responsibility for the end-to-end leadership and delivery of utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) EPC projects, from tender preparation and contract negotiation through execution, commissioning and handover.

The role will hold overall accountability for project profitability, schedule, quality, HSE and client satisfaction, while coordinating cross-functional teams across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance and Legal.

Your role will encompass:

• Leading and coordinating tender preparation, including reviewing requirements, identifying commercial risks and supporting client negotiations.
• Developing and approving project budgets, cost of sales, cash flow forecasts and profitability margins.
• Leading EPC contract negotiations covering commercial terms, payment schedules, performance guarantees, liabilities, warranties and risk allocation.
• Overseeing procurement and supply chain activities across PV modules, inverters, BESS, MV/HV equipment, structures and subcontractor works.
• Providing executive oversight of project execution, including programme, budget, cash flow, HSE, quality and resource requirements.
• Managing project risks, deviations, change orders and claims, ensuring appropriate mitigation and commercial outcomes.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensuring successful project commissioning, handover and contractual close-out.
• Preparing and approving progress reports, cash flow reports and executive dashboards, escalating key risks and mitigation plans to senior management.
• Supporting continuous improvement across EPC project delivery processes.

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• 5–10 years of experience in EPC project management or project directorship.
• Proven track record delivering utility-scale Solar PV projects, ideally across multi-MW projects.
• Strong experience in tendering, contract negotiation and EPC execution.
• Demonstrated responsibility for project budgets, cash flow and profitability.
• Experience delivering projects in the UK, Ireland or EU is highly desirable.
• Experience across Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Familiarity with UK and Irish permitting, grid connection and contractual requirements.
• Experience working with international suppliers and subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of Solar PV and BESS EPC engineering fundamentals.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge, including payment terms, LDs, warranties, bonds and performance guarantees.
• Strong cost control, cash flow forecasting, margin and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly proactive, solution-oriented and able to make effective decisions under commercial and time pressure.
• Advanced MS Office skills; experience with MS Project is required.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Desirable:

• Master's degree or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification.
• MBA or postgraduate qualification in Project or Business Management.

Your benefits:

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Friendly and professional working environment.
• Continuous training and development opportunities.
• Cooperation, creativity and innovation, with flexible ways of working to support fast results and increased productivity.
• The opportunity to contribute to the delivery of major renewable energy and energy storage projects as part of a growing international organisation.

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