Project Manager BESS

Rise Technical; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the delivery of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This role involves managing technical compliance, liaising with EPC contractors, and preparing tender specifications. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management within electrical infrastructure and a strong electrical background. This position offers a salary between £70,000 - £100,000, plus a bonus and private healthcare benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Private Health Care

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience of EPC liaison and managing tender processes.
• Strong background in utility-scale electrical infrastructure.
• UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of utility-scale BESS projects.
• Carry out technical planning and grid compliance assessments.
• Prepare technical specifications for the BoP tender process.

Skills

EPC liaison

Grid compliance

Tendering processes

Project management

Education

Electrical qualification

Job description

Project Manager - BESS Rise Technical•Birmingham

BESS Project Manager – Remote (with occasional site travel across the UK) – £70'000 - £100'000 + Bonus + Private Health Care + Benefits

Are you a seasoned Project Manager with a background working on utility-scale electrical infrastructure, eager to advance within the renewable sector and play an integral role in the delivery of cutting edge BESS projects? On offer is the chance to join a dynamic organisation at the forefront of the UK's energy transition, in an autonomous role where you will spearhead project management function to drive success. This forward-thinking company specialises in the development, construction and management of grid‑scale battery energy storage projects nationwide. They have thrived in recent years as the BESS market grows significantly, and as a result they are now looking to recruit a passionate Project Manager to join their ambitious team of industry experts to continue on their upward trajectory.

In this role you will lead the end-to-end delivery of utility-scale BESS projects by managing technical grid compliance, DNO assessments, and the preparation of BoP tender specifications. You will act as the primary commercial and operational interface between the DNO, EPC contractors, and equipment suppliers to ensure efficient construction and successful project energisation. This role would suit a Project Manager with proven experience of EPC liaison, grid codes and tendering processes for large scale electrical infrastructure. Experience within the Battery Storage sector is highly desirable, but not essential. This is an excellent opportunity to establish a long‑term career within a forward‑thinking organisation, where you will significantly impact the roll‑out of BESS infrastructure and accelerate the drive towards Net‑Zero.

The Role

• Lead and manage the delivery of utility‑scale BESS projects
• Carry out technical planning, early‑stage grid compliance and assessment with DNO
• Act as the primary liaison and manage the interface between DNO, EPC and BESS suppliers
• Prepare technical specifications for BoP tender process
• Liaise and manage relationships with EPC
• Oversee construction to ensure efficient delivery

The Person

• Seasoned Project Manager
• Proven experience of EPC liaison, grid codes and tender processes
• A background working on utility‑scale electrical infrastructure, ideally BESS
• Strong electrical background and knowledge, ideally electrically qualified
• Full UK driving licence