Solar Installations Project Manager — Hybrid, Car & Bonus

Exertis (UK) Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Bonus

Competitive salary

Job summary

Centreco is a leading UK commercial solar energy specialist delivering end-to-end solutions, from design through to installation and ongoing management. The Solar Installation Project Manager will own projects from contract award to handover, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget adherence while coordinating clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

The role requires proven solar project experience, strong communication skills, and a driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience within solar or renewable energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of commercial solar PV systems and project delivery.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and multiple project sites.
• Knowledge of DNO grid application processes, including G98/G99 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of commercial solar PV projects across the UK, including rooftop, ground-mount and carport installations.
• Develop and maintain project programmes, monitor milestones, risks and critical paths.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover activities.
• Manage project budgets, control costs, monitor variations and report financial performance to senior management.
• Support DNO applications and grid connection processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards (G98/G99, MCS, BS 7671).
• Appoint, manage and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Build strong client relationships, lead meetings and provide project updates throughout delivery.
• Ensure CDM 2015 compliance and maintain health, safety and quality standards on sites.

Skills

Project management

Renewable energy

Subcontractor management

Budget management

Communication

DNO knowledge

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Centreco is a leading UK commercial solar energy specialist delivering end-to-end solutions, from design through to installation and ongoing management. The Solar Installation Project Manager will own projects from contract award to handover, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget adherence while coordinating clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

The role requires proven solar project experience, strong communication skills, and a driving licence.