Project Manager

Berkshire Talent Partnership; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy EPC business is seeking a Civil Project Manager to lead the delivery of a significant Battery Energy Storage System project. This role involves managing the end-to-end project delivery while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering qualification and proven experience in large-scale infrastructure project management, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. This position offers a hybrid working model initially based in London, transitioning to a site near Exeter.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project delivery with a principal contracting organisation.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage complex interfaces.
• Experience with large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EPC scope from pre-construction through commissioning.
• Provide leadership to construction managers and site engineers.
• Build relationships with National Grid, regulators, and councils.
• Liaise with the project controls team for detailed planning.
• Identify and mitigate risks around grid connection and permitting.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Civil engineering

Risk management

Education

Civil engineering qualification

Job description

Civil Project Manager – EPC / Principal Contractor

Renewable Energy | Hybrid (London, Work from Home, Site near Exeter)

Location: Hybrid – London (initially), work from home, transitioning to site near Exeter

Company: Leading Renewable Energy EPC Business

Project: £300m Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

Are you a civil-qualified Project Manager with a passion for large-scale infrastructure delivery? Join a pioneering EPC business and lead the delivery of one of the UK’s most significant BESS projects.

Role Overview

As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the end-to-end delivery of a 500MW BESS project, acting as Principal Contractor. You will drive performance across civil, electrical, and commissioning scopes, ensuring alignment with programme, budget, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the EPC scope from pre-construction through commissioning
• Coordinate subcontractors across multi-disciplines
• Collaborate with internal engineering, procurement, and project controls teams

Team Management

• Provide leadership to construction managers, site managers, and site engineers
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with National Grid, regulators, councils, and consultants
• Represent the company in external meetings and negotiations

Planning and Execution

• Liaise with the project controls team and oversee detailed planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards

Risk and Issue Management

• Identify and mitigate risks, especially around grid connection and permitting
• Implement contingency plans to minimise disruption

Process Improvement

• Champion digital tools and automation to enhance EPC efficiency
• Contribute to standardised procedures and best practices

Performance Monitoring

• Establish robust reporting on progress, budget, and quality
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders

Commercial and Financial Support

• Advise on financial model inputs including grid costs and construction timelines
• Support contract negotiations and change management with subcontractors

Knowledge Sharing

• Mentor junior team members

Candidate Profile

• Civil engineering qualification and proven experience in project delivery with a principal contracting organisation
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with large infrastructure projects
• Ability to manage complex interfaces and drive project success