Senior Solar Project Manager/Director - Renewable Energy

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing renewable energy firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale rooftop projects involving solar, battery storage, and EV charging. You will manage client relationships and drive projects to completion while ensuring quality and profitability. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and the opportunity to shape impactful renewable energy solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Very competitive basic salary

Opportunity to work on large-scale projects

Exposure to high-profile clients

Qualifications

• Strong experience in solar PV, battery storage, or EV charging.
• Ability to manage budgets, contracts, and stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery.
• Oversee solar, battery, and EV charging project portfolios.
• Drive projects to completion on time and within budget.

Skills

Renewable energy background

Programme/project/construction management

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Job Description

A senior leadership role within a rapidly growing renewable energy business. You’ll take ownership of large-scale rooftop projects across solar, battery storage, and EV charging, ensuring they’re delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and profitability. This is a chance to shape the future of clean energy delivery while supporting major clients on their journey to decarbonisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery, from site visits to commercial operation
• Oversee portfolios of solar, battery, and EV charging projects
• Manage client relationships, contractors, and grid operators to ensure smooth delivery
• Drive projects to completion on time, on budget, and to industry-leading standards
• Optimise performance and client ROI across multiple energy projects
• Provide strategic oversight, ensuring projects align with wider business goals

What You’ll Bring

• Strong background in renewable energy, with experience in solar PV, battery storage, or EV charging
• Expertise in programme, project, or construction management
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets, contracts, and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients and internal teams
• Rigorous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering excellence
• Motivated, ambitious, and able to thrive in a fast-paced growth environment

What’s on Offer

• Very competitive basic salary, plus benefits
• Opportunity to shape large-scale renewable energy projects with impact
• Work in a fast-growing business with strong growth trajectory and career potential
• Hybrid working with exposure to high-profile projects and clients

Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to lead on cutting-edge renewable energy projects while progressing your career in one of the fastest-growing sectors. You’ll work with a supportive team, manage complex portfolios, and play a central role in driving the transition to clean energy.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via [e-mail] or 07458161399.