Senior Project Manager | BESS | Hybrid UK | 80k - 90k

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Project Manager specialized in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to oversee grid-scale projects across the UK and Europe. This full-time role entails managing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintaining key client relationships. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and exceptional organizational skills, as well as a commitment to safe project delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of grid connections and commissioning processes.
• Experience in managing HSE and quality standards is essential.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle for BESS installations.
• Coordinate contractors and internal teams to meet timelines.
• Own documentation, scheduling, and cost tracking.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Project Lifecycle Management

Risk Management

Excellent Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Engineering or Construction-related Degree

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Senior Project Manager | BESS | Hybrid UK | 80k - 90k, slough

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Client:

Link Talent

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Location: UK-based (travel required across UK/EU)

Sector: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

Type: Full-time | Permanent

About the Role

We’re looking for a driven Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of grid-scale BESS projects across the UK and Europe. You’ll take full ownership of planning, execution, and commissioning phases - working closely with engineering, supply chain, and field delivery teams to ensure safe, timely, and successful project outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Lead full project lifecycle for BESS installations - from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover
• Coordinate contractors, grid operators, and internal teams to keep timelines and deliverables on track
• Ensure all works meet HSE and quality standards, with full compliance across the board
• Own project documentation, scheduling, cost tracking, and reporting
• Identify and resolve risks before they impact delivery
• Support client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout project delivery

What You Bring

• Strong understanding of grid connections, HV/LV systems, and commissioning processes
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills
• Confident communicator across technical and commercial teams
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
• Engineering or construction-related degree preferred