Project Manager – UK based (Utility Scale Solar PV & BESS)

Solarpro Holding; Fatih; On-site; TRY 4,274,000 - 5,588,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VISA sponsorship

Relocation support

Job summary

Solarpro is seeking a Project Manager to join our London team. You will lead PV EPC projects, manage contracts, and coordinate stakeholders while ensuring on-time delivery and compliance with HSE/ESG standards.

The role requires at least 3 years in PV EPC project management in the EU/UK, strong English, and excellent planning and reporting skills. Visa sponsorship and relocation support are offered. During the trial period you’ll be based in Istanbul, Türkiye.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of PV EPC project management experience in EU or UK.
• Solid understanding of PV project lifecycle and EPC delivery processes.
• Experience with FIDIC-based or similar EPC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact between the client and internal project team.
• Lead planning, scheduling, and coordination of PV EPC projects.
• Manage resources, schedules and budgets to meet milestones.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, ESG and local regulations.
• Prepare progress reports and manage change orders and claims.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Coordination

Stakeholder management

Job description

Solarpro is part of Renalfa Solarpro Group GmbH, a Vienna-based clean energy and e-mobility investment group with a focus on renewable energy generation assets.

As a multi-technology integrator, Solarpro specializes in developing and delivering hybrid projects that combine photovoltaic (PV), wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and hydrogen solutions. With 17 years of experience and a team of more than 1,500 professionals, the company has designed, built, and integrated over 16 GW of solar capacity and more than 4 GWh of battery storage systems.

A recognized technology innovator, Solarpro leads in the design and digitalization of renewable energy projects, turning them into flexible and manageable assets that align with the dynamic energy market. The company’s expertise has been acknowledged internationally, winning the award for “Best EU Project under 100MW” for the first large-scale energy storage system in the region (55 MWh).

Driven by sustainability, Solarpro also invests in circular economy practices, advancing the recycling of PV modules and batteries to support the clean energy transition.

We are currently looking for a Project Manager to join our team in London, UK.

We offer VISA sponsorship and relocation support for the successful candidate.

During the trial period (2-months), you'll be located in our office in Istanbul, Türkiye.

Main Responsibilities:

Contract & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the main point of contact between the client and internal project team.
• Understand and manage project delivery in accordance with FIDIC-based EPC contracts and CfD regulations.
• Ensure effective communication, coordination, and reporting across all parties.

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and coordination of PV EPC projects in compliance with contracts, technical specifications, and quality standards.
• Follow project scope, goals, and deliverables in coordination with the client and internal stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans and resource allocation.

Schedule Control & Delivery

• Manage project resources, schedules, and budgets to ensure on-time and on-quality delivery in line with CfD milestones.
• Track progress against milestones and contractual obligations.
• Identify and mitigate risks, delays, and issues affecting delivery.

Compliance Management

• Manage project contracts, change orders, and claims in line with FIDIC or similar frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, ESG, and local regulatory requirements.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Quality, HSE & Reporting

• Work with QHSE, Technical and other functions and other internal parties to ensure all works are performed according to design, quality, and safety requirements.
• When needed conduct and lead site meetings, inspections, and audits.
• Prepare periodic progress reports and management summaries.

Your profile:

• Strong English language skills (verbal and written).
• At least 3 years of experience in PV EPC project management or similar roles (Senior Project Engineer / Project Coordinator) in EU or UK (mandatory).
• Solid understanding of the PV project lifecycle and EPC delivery processes.
• Basic knowledge of the CfD scheme and its impact on project milestones and execution.
• Experience working with FIDIC-based or similar EPC contracts.
• Strong skills in planning, scheduling, coordination, and stakeholder management.
• Familiarity with HSE/ESG requirements and subcontractor oversight.
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage risks, deadlines, and reporting effectively.

We offer:

• Perspective career path and opportunity to develop your professional skills and personal characteristics.
• VISA sponsorship and relocation support
• Work in a multinational company and environment with an innovative approach.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Be part of a team of professionals.

Solarpro provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates and employees. No discrimination is tolerated on the basis of ethnicity, religion, age, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. This applies to all stages of the recruitment process and employment relationship.

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More information about the Personal Data Protection Policy (GDPR) and how the company manages your personal data is available on the following page: Solarpro Technology GDPR Policy.