Project Manager BESS

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced BESS Project Manager to oversee the delivery of utility-scale battery energy storage projects. You will manage relationships with DNO and EPC contractors and ensure technical compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, preferably in utility-scale electrical infrastructure. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to the UK's energy transition.

Benefits

Bonus

Private Health Care

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• Seasoned Project Manager with relevant experience.
• Proven track record in EPC liaison and tender processes.
• Strong electrical knowledge preferred; ideally electrically qualified.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage utility-scale BESS projects.
• Ensure technical compliance and interface management.
• Prepare BoP tender specifications and oversee construction.

Skills

Project Management

EPC liaison

Grid codes knowledge

Utility-scale electrical infrastructure

Communication skills

Job description

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

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.