Solar Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Crawley is seeking a Solar Project Manager to oversee commercial solar PV and battery storage projects. The role involves managing site teams and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, with strong emphasis on compliance. Ideal candidates have over 3 years of experience and a technical understanding of installations. Competitive benefits and career development are offered.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Career development opportunities

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

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 and subcontractors across multiple projects.
• Coordinate civil, electrical, and battery storage installation works.
• Monitor project performance and risks.

Skills

HSEQ knowledge and compliance

Communication

Project planning skills

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

PV*Sol

SolarEdge Designer

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Location:

crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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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.