Project Manager - Solar & BESS

Project Manager

Climate17 are working with the UK’s leading generator of low-carbon power from captured methane. Their sustainable energy expertise includes solar power and battery energy storage (BESS) technology.

They are looking for a Project Manager to be responsible for the development, pre-construction, and construction phases of their large-scale ground-mounted solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects in the Swansea area, from inception to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design inputs procurement of equipment about construction consideration
• Support the preparation and negotiations of the planning phases
• Support contract negotiations, ensuring accurate scopes of work and programmes
• Support all pre-construction activities across all projects, working closely with the civils and electrical contractors
• Assist the obtaining of construction-specific regulatory consents required
• Management of contractors, sub-contractors, and internal resources to safely conduct construction and commissioning activities
• Ensure HS&E compliance, including the requirements of CDM Regulations and quality management a top priority
• Ensure all construction insurance licenses are in place for all projects that you manage
• Manage risk and mitigate as necessary in support of the project strategy
• Administration of all construction contracts and consultancy agreements particular to the project
• Coordination of key completion milestone events, including project energisation, contractual taking-over and internal handover of the project to the Asset Management Team
• Provide DSEAR file, handover pack, and deliver training to assist in the operation and management of the projects
• Ensuring that feedback about supplier performance is provided to the procurement department during and following construction
• Preparation of variances of budgets, costs, and forecasting to completion

Requirements

• Relevant project management experience leading utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects
• Excellent project management skills who can coordinate and prioritise multiple tasks effectively
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• In-depth knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to grid connections
• A solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work under pressure and manage complex issues
• You are proactive and structured with a problem-solving mindset and can deal with potential issues and address concerns independently

Location: Swansea area. 2-4 days on site