Solar Project Manager

Hometree; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Healthcare Plan via Benenden

25 days plus bank holidays

EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Company Events

Job summary

Hometree is seeking an experienced Project Manager to take full ownership of solar PV and battery storage projects, from contract award through to final handover. You will plan, coordinate teams, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure safe, high-standard delivery on site.

This senior, hands-on role offers autonomy to make decisions, lead project delivery, and contribute to process improvements as the business grows. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in solar PV and/or battery storage project delivery
• Experience delivering commercial-scale projects safely, on time and within budget
• Understanding of DNO processes, MCS, BS 7671, CDM 2015 and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Management from contract award to close-out.
• Plan every stage including programmes, resources and approvals.
• Lead installation teams and subcontractors, drive safety and quality.
• Own project budgets and margins, including forecasting and variations.
• Manage relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and DNOs.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Site delivery

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Salary: £40,000–£45,000 depending on experience

Role type: Permanent

Location: Full-time, office-based, site visits as required

Reporting to: Operations manager

A full UK driving licence is required for this role.

About The Little Green Energy Company

The Little Green Energy Company (TLGEC) are the premier consultancy, design and installation team in the Kent & Southeast region in the solar panel renewable energy industry; working in both the commercial and residential sectors.

We have been providing high-quality services since 2010, striving to deliver the best service, constantly growing and developing our business model and market share to go in line with the changing world.

In 2024, we became part of Hometree Group, a leading UK residential home energy services company, paving the way for a brighter future in the home. By joining Hometree’s mission to help millions of homeowners look after their homes and transition to lower‑carbon living, in addition to installation we now also provide comprehensive servicing, financing and maintenance to make it easier to look after your home and ensure a greener future.

Join us during this exciting time, and play a pivotal role in a business that supports sustainable homeownership.

The Role

You've successfully delivered solar PV and battery storage projects from start to finish, and now you're ready to take on a role with real ownership and impact.

At The Little Green Energy Company, we specialise in solar PV, battery storage and EV charging installations across residential and commercial sites, from individual homes to large-scale commercial developments, alongside ongoing maintenance.

We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Operations team and take full ownership of projects from contract award through to final handover. You'll be responsible for planning, coordinating teams, managing timelines and budgets, and ensuring every project is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a senior, hands‑on role where you'll have the autonomy to make decisions, lead project delivery and play a key part in improving our processes as the business continues to grow.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Management: Taking full ownership of solar PV and battery storage projects, from contract award through to commissioning, handover and close‑out.
• Project Planning: Planning every stage before work starts, including programmes, resources, procurement, design sign‑off and approvals.
• On‑Site Delivery: Leading installation teams and subcontractors, running progress meetings and driving quality, safety and efficiency.
• Budget & Cost Management: Owning project budgets and margins, including cost control, forecasting, variations and valuations.
• Stakeholder Management: Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and DNOs, while managing contracts and resolving issues as they arise.
• Reporting & Performance: Reporting project progress, risks and financial performance to the Head of Operations and leadership team.
• Team Support & Process Improvement: Supporting project coordinators and the wider Operations team, while continuously improving how projects are planned and delivered.

What we’re looking for

• Industry Experience: 3+ years in the solar PV and/or battery storage industry, including at least 2 years managing projects end to end.
• Project Delivery: A proven track record of planning and delivering commercial‑scale projects safely, on time and within budget, with examples you can confidently talk us through.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of G98/G99 DNO processes, MCS, BS 7671, CDM 2015 and site health and safety requirements.
• Commercial Awareness: Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, managing variations and protecting project margins.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Management: Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Leadership & Communication: Confident leading installation teams, managing subcontractors and building strong relationships with clients and senior stakeholders.

Extra Credit

• Health & Safety Qualifications: SMSTS, IOSH or NEBOSH, CSCS and First Aid certifications.
• Project Management Qualifications: A recognised qualification such as PRINCE2, APM or PMP.
• Electrical Qualifications: Relevant electrical qualifications, such as City & Guilds, NVQ, 18th Edition or Part P.
• Renewable Energy Qualifications: BPEC or equivalent qualifications in solar PV, battery storage or EV charging.
• Commercial Project Experience: Experience delivering large commercial rooftop or ground‑mounted solar installations, or EV charging projects.
• Project Management Software: Experience using job management or project management software to track progress, improve reporting and support decision‑making.

Our Recruitment Process

• Skills‑Based Interview: Engage in a detailed discussion about your past experiences with our Operations Manager (1 hr)

Perks of the job

• Company Pension
• Healthcare Plan via our health insurance provider Benenden
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Company Events

About Hometree

Join Hometree at the most exciting moment in our story. Founded in 2015, we've become one of the fastest‑growing challengers in the UK home services market, spanning home cover that protects the essential systems in the home, renewable installations like solar, batteries and heat pumps, and the financing that makes them affordable. Together, we help homeowners look after their homes and move to greener, lower‑carbon living.

We're now going through the biggest step change in our history. By acquiring OVO Energy's Home Services division, including the trusted CORGI HomePlan and HomeHeat brands, we're becoming one of the UK's leading home services groups, with fresh investment to fuel our next phase of growth. It's a genuine inflection point, and we're looking for people who want to help us build what comes next.

Key Achievements

• UK's third‑largest home cover provider: our latest acquisition makes us the third‑largest provider of home cover in the UK.
• 7 Acquisitions - We've expanded our operations by acquiring 6 key companies across financing (Hometree Finance - formerly Bewarm), Home Cover (Your Repair) and energy services (Geowarmth, The Little Green Energy Company, IMS and GreenGen). And we have most recently announced the acquisition of OVO Home Services and CORGI Homeplan (subject to FCA approval).
• 500k Homes Covered - We cover over 500 hundred thousand homes across the UK
• 550+ Employees - We have over 550 passionate employees transforming the industry across the Group, one home at a time

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hometree, we are committed to creating an inclusive and representative environment. We know that different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds make for a better workplace and a better planet. Together, we celebrate differences and promote a culture where you can bring your full self to work.

We promise to give you the same opportunities as everyone else and we won't discriminate against you at any point in the hiring process or the working day. This includes how we source talent, our interview process, our conditions of employment, feedback and everything in between