Job Title: Project Manager - Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) - Renewables Sector

Location: North West, UK (Hybrid Role, Site Visits as Required)

Position Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to oversee the development and delivery of a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in the North West of the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading company in the renewables sector, managing one of the most significant BESS sites in the region. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with flexibility to work from home and on-site visits as required. Whether your background is civil engineering or electrical, if you have experience in the renewable energy sector, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

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Project Leadership: Manage all phases of the BESS project from planning through to completion, ensuring successful delivery within time, budget, and scope.

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Stakeholder Management: Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders, including clients, contractors, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.

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Site Management: Oversee and coordinate on-site activities, ensuring smooth execution of construction and installation works, while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards.

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Team Coordination: Lead and manage cross-functional teams (civils, electrical, construction, etc.) and ensure effective communication and collaboration.

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Risk Management: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and take proactive steps to manage issues and challenges that arise during project execution.

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Scheduling & Budgeting: Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring that project milestones are achieved.

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Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet technical specifications, quality standards, and comply with relevant regulations and industry best practices.

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Health & Safety: Uphold rigorous health and safety standards, ensuring a safe working environment for all involved in the project.

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Reporting & Documentation: Prepare detailed project reports, progress updates, and presentations for stakeholders. Ensure all project documentation is accurate and up to date.

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Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development of best practices and continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Key Requirements:

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Experience: A minimum of 3 years' experience in project management within the renewable energy sector, with experience in either civil engineering or electrical engineering projects (BESS, solar, wind, etc.).

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BESS Knowledge: Experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or similar renewable energy infrastructure projects is highly desirable, though experience in related fields will also be considered.

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Project Management Skills: Strong project management skills, including experience with planning, risk management, budgeting, and scheduling. Familiarity with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera is preferred.

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Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to manage and communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.

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Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of either civil or electrical engineering aspects relevant to renewable energy projects, particularly with regard to BESS systems, electrical grids, or large infrastructure projects.

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Health & Safety Awareness: Familiarity with industry-specific health and safety regulations and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe project site.

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Qualifications: Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field is preferred but not essential. Project management qualifications such as PMP or Prince2 are a plus.

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Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel for site visits as required across the North West.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:

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Renewable Energy Experience: Any experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly with BESS, solar, wind, or other grid-connected energy systems.

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Electrical or Civil Bias: Depending on your background, a strong understanding of either electrical engineering or civil works is beneficial.

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Leadership: Ability to lead teams and ensure efficient project delivery through motivation and effective communication.

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Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges in the project lifecycle.

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Commercial Acumen: Understanding of the commercial and financial aspects of project delivery.

Benefits:

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Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Hybrid working arrangement with the flexibility to work from home.

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Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in the growing renewables sector.

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Company pension scheme.

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Health and wellness benefits.

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Career development opportunities within a fast-growing renewable energy company.

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Travel expenses covered for site visits