Project Manager

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Dundee; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 94,000; Part time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major utility-scale solar PV project in the Dundee area. The site-based role covers construction, commissioning and handover, with a focus on schedule, cost and safety.

The candidate will manage subcontractors, coordinate HV/grid interfaces and liaise with stakeholders. Essential experience includes utility-scale PV, EPC/renewable construction, leadership and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility-scale solar PV projects.
• Proven track record in EPC/major renewable construction.
• Experience delivering construction, commissioning and handover.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV project.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Manage programme, budgets, forecasting and risks.
• Oversee construction progress against milestones.
• Support procurement and subcontractor packages.
• Manage client and project stakeholder relationships.
• Coordinate HV, grid connection and commissioning activities.
• Ensure HSE, quality and contractual requirements are maintained.
• Support project handover and completion.

Skills

Solar PV

Project management

Subcontractor management

HV grid interfaces

Leadership

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

NVQ Level 7 equivalent

Job description

Project Manager - Utility-Scale Solar

Location: Dundee / Site Based

Contract: Long-term contract

Rate: Up to £450 per day

We are supporting the delivery of a major utility-scale ground-mounted solar project in the Dundee area and are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join the project team.

The role will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the project across construction, programme, commercial performance, subcontractor management, grid interfaces and commissioning.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead delivery of a utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV project
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and key project stakeholders
• Manage programme, budgets, forecasting and project risks
• Oversee construction progress against agreed milestones
• Support procurement and subcontractor packages
• Manage client and project stakeholder relationships
• Coordinate HV, grid connection and commissioning activities
• Ensure HSE, quality and contractual requirements are maintained
• Support project handover and completion

Essential experience:

• Strong recent utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV experience
• Previous EPC or major renewable construction project experience
• Experience managing projects through construction, commissioning and handover
• Strong subcontractor and commercial management capability
• Experience of HV/grid connection interfaces
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree / NVQ Level 7 equivalent

Qualifications / certifications:

• CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Managers & Professionals
• PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent project management training desirable
• Valid UK driving licence
• Experience working alongside DNOs and ICPs would be highly advantageous.
• BESS experience would also be beneficial.