Project Manager - Solar PV

MDE UK; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Company events

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

A leading renewable technologies company in the UK is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee Solar PV and electrical installation projects. The role entails day-to-day management alongside a team and ensuring high-quality delivery across various project stages. Candidates should have proven experience with Solar PV projects or strong technical knowledge of electrical systems. The position offers a salary of £50,000-£55,000, hybrid working arrangement, and additional benefits including free parking and a cycle to work scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering Solar PV projects or strong technical knowledge of electrical/PV systems.
• Experience managing site activity, installations, teams and project programmes.
• Open to experienced Project Managers or senior electricians/installers ready to step up into management.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of Solar PV and electrical installations.
• Organising and coordinating installation teams to deliver on programme.
• Ensuring quality meets regulatory standards and work is delivered to a high level.

Skills

Experience delivering Solar PV projects

Technical knowledge of electrical/PV systems

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Organised and proactive

Job description

Location

Kent | Hybrid (Office + WFH + Site Visits)

Type

Full-time | Permanent

MDE are partnering with a well-established Renewable Technologies business delivering Solar PV and EV Charging projects across the UK. With over 20 years’ combined experience and a portfolio spanning everything from blue-chip clients to major stadium projects, they’re continuing to grow - and now looking to hire an experienced Project Manager (Solar PV) to join the team.

About the Company

This business specialises in designing and delivering Solar PV solutions that help customers reduce energy bills and move towards a greener, more sustainable future. They manage the full project lifecycle - from initial design and survey through to installation, aftercare and maintenance - with a focus on efficiency, quality, and long-term client partnerships.

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of Solar PV and electrical installation projects within the commercial and new build/construction sector, working alongside an existing team and playing a senior role in ensuring projects are delivered smoothly, safely and compliantly.

The role is primarily office-based in Kent, with WFH days and occasional UK-wide site visits.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of Solar PV and electrical installations
• Organising and coordinating installation teams to deliver on programme
• Ordering materials and managing logistics to ensure everything arrives on time
• Supporting G99 grid connection applications (full training provided)
• Assisting with electrical design input and technical project support
• Keeping project management systems updated to ensure full compliance
• Ensuring quality meets regulatory standards and work is delivered to a high level

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience delivering Solar PV projects or strong technical knowledge of electrical/PV systems
• Experience managing site activity, installations, teams and project programmes
• Organised, proactive and confident taking ownership of delivery
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Open to experienced Project Managers or senior electricians/installers ready to step up into management

What’s On Offer

• £50,000-£55,000 per year
• Hybrid working (office + WFH) with site visits as required
• Free parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company events
• Long-term opportunity with a growing renewables business and strong project pipeline