Project Manager

JAM; Dundee; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

JAM is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver a major utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV project in the Dundee area. This senior role spans construction, programme, commercial performance, subcontractor management, grid interfaces, commissioning and handover.

You will lead the project delivery, manage the programme, budgets and risks, coordinate subcontractors and key stakeholders, and ensure HSE and quality compliance throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Civil, mechanical or electrical engineering degree or NVQ Level 7 equivalent.
• CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Managers & Professionals.
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management training advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a large-scale ground-mounted Solar PV project.
• Manage project programme, milestones and overall delivery performance.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Oversee commercial performance, budgets, forecasting and risks.
• Support subcontractor procurement and package management.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate HV and grid connection interfaces.
• Oversee commissioning, handover and project close-out.
• Ensure HSE, quality and contractual requirements are maintained.

Skills

Driving licence

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree / NVQ Level 7 equivalent

CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Managers & Professionals

PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management training

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of a major utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV project in the Dundee area.

This is a senior delivery role with responsibility across construction, programme, commercial performance, subcontractor management, grid interfaces, commissioning and handover.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a large-scale ground-mounted Solar PV project
• Manage project programme, milestones and overall delivery performance
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and key stakeholders
• Oversee commercial performance, budgets, forecasting and project risks
• Support subcontractor procurement and package management
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships
• Coordinate HV and grid connection interfaces
• Work closely with DNOs, ICPs and project partners where required
• Oversee commissioning, handover and project close-out
• Ensure HSE, quality and contractual requirements are maintained throughout
• Previous experience managing EPC or major renewable construction projects
• Strong subcontractor and commercial management capability
• Experience across construction, commissioning and handover
• Good understanding of HV and grid connection activities
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications / background

• Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree / NVQ Level 7 equivalent
• CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Managers & Professionals
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management training advantageous
• Full UK driving licence

Experience working with DNOs and ICPs would be highly advantageous.

BESS experience would also be beneficial but is not essential.

Candidates should be able to clearly demonstrate the scale and type of solar projects they have delivered, their direct responsibilities and their involvement throughout the full project lifecycle.