Solar Project Manager

PT Renewables ?

Burgess Hill

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Career development opportunities

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Burgess Hill seeks an experienced Principal Renewables Consultant to manage multiple commercial solar and BESS projects. You will oversee project delivery, ensuring compliance with HSEQ standards and working closely with site teams and subcontractors. Ideal candidates have over 3 years in project management within the renewable sector and strong communication skills. This role offers a performance-based bonus and career development in a growing company.

Qualifications

3+ years managing commercial solar PV and/or BESS projects.
Technical understanding of solar and battery storage installations.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers across multiple commercial projects.
Coordinate civil, electrical, and battery storage installation works.
Monitor project performance, risks, and costs.

Skills

HSEQ knowledge

Communication skills

Project planning

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

PV Sol

SolarEdge Designer

Job description

Base pay range

This range is provided by PT Renewables. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Overview

Principal Renewables Consultant - PT Renewables. Supporting a sustainable future by providing expert talent solutions across the Clean-Energy sectors.

About the Role

Our client is an established UK renewable energy company delivering commercial-scale solar PV and battery storage projects. They have a strong pipeline of projects and work with major commercial clients across the country.

You'll manage multiple commercial solar and BESS projects from design handover through to commissioning, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers across multiple commercial projects
Coordinate civil, electrical, and battery storage installation works
Work with DNOs and technical consultants to ensure regulatory compliance
Complete DNO applications, MCS certification, and project documentation
Maintain HSEQ standards in line with CDM regulations
Monitor project performance, risks, and costs
Support contract negotiations and procurement for BESS components

Experience

3+ years managing commercial solar PV and/or BESS projects
Technical understanding of solar and battery storage installations
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors
Knowledge of DNO processes (G98/G99) and MCS standards

Skills

Strong HSEQ knowledge and CDM 2015 compliance
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Project planning and reporting skills

Preferred

Background in EPC, electrical contracting, or renewable energy consultancy
Experience with project planning software (MS Project, Primavera)
Proficiency in PV design software (PV Sol, SolarEdge Designer)

What's On Offer

Performance-based bonus
Career development opportunities within a growing company
Company vehicle or travel allowance
Comprehensive benefits package including ongoing training

This is a hands-on role suitable for an experienced project manager looking to work on large-scale renewable energy projects with a well-established company.

Seniority level