Project Manager - BESS

Spencer Ogden; Coventry; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking a proactive Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. From contract award through commissioning and handover, you will ensure safety, on-time delivery, on-budget performance and adherence to the highest technical standards.

The role requires strong engineering knowledge, excellent stakeholder management and a proven track record in UK grid or energy infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project delivery (energy storage, solar or grid-scale infra).
• Strong knowledge of construction and commissioning for battery projects.
• Experience with EPCs, ICPs, and DNOs on grid-connected work.
• Familiar with FIDIC or equivalent contracts and variation processes.
• Proficient with project tools (Gantt charts, budgets, reporting).
• Excellent communication and collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to travel across the UK for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage tendering and contract scopes with EPCs, ICPs and partners.
• Oversee construction delivery, planning conditions and grid compliance (G99, ION, FON).
• Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and project reporting.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM and planning requirements.
• Manage commissioning, handover and close-out.
• Support dispute resolution and provide input on change orders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Energy storage

Grid projects

Construction knowledge

Communication

Travel readiness

Tools

Gantt charts

Financial tracking

Reporting systems

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Project Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects.

From contract award through to commissioning and handover, you will be at the centre of ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest technical standards.

This role suits someone with strong engineering knowledge, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in UK grid or energy infrastructure projects.

You will work closely with contractors, grid operators, planning authorities, and landowners - making this a highly visible and impactful position.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage tendering and contract scopes with EPCs, ICPs, and other partners
• Oversee construction delivery, including planning conditions and grid compliance (G99, ION, FON)
• Monitor budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings and project reporting
• Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM, and planning requirements
• Manage commissioning, handover, and close-out of projects
• Support dispute resolution and provide technical/commercial input on change orders

About You

• 5+ years’ experience in project delivery (energy storage, solar, or grid-scale infrastructure)
• Strong understanding of construction and commissioning phases of battery projects
• Experience working with EPCs, ICPs, and DNOs on grid-connected projects
• Knowledge of contracts (FIDIC or equivalent) and variation processes
• Comfortable with project tools such as Gantt charts, financial tracking, and reporting systems
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-driven mindset
• Willingness to travel across the UK for site and stakeholder visits