Solar Project Manager

ERSG Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Cardiff is seeking a proactive Project Manager for a large-scale solar construction project. This role requires a balance of site presence and project oversight, with responsibilities including managing subcontractors and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction or renewable energy and a strong knowledge of project management processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction, renewable energy, or utility-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management processes, contracts, and commercial frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractors, direct labour teams, and suppliers to ensure delivery.
• Provide hands-on, site-first leadership as required.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Site management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of a large-scale solar construction project in Cardiff. The role requires a balance of site presence and project oversight, with a hands-on approach where required. You will manage subcontractors, direct labour teams, and suppliers while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractors, direct labour teams, and suppliers to ensure safe, on-time delivery of projects to specification.
• Provide hands-on, site-first leadership when required and balance field presence with project oversight.

Essential qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within construction, renewable energy, or utility-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management processes, contracts, and commercial frameworks (variations, EWNs, RFIs, payment applications).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively.
• Hands-on, site-first mentality with willingness to be actively involved in project delivery.

Equality and diversity

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.