Senior Project Manager - Solar Farm O&M (contract)

Climate17 Ltd is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a contract role in Bristol, UK, to oversee a major solar farm project. Responsibilities include project design, planning, compliance with regulations, securing funding, and managing project execution. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of renewable energy supply chains, project management qualifications, and experience in health and safety standards. Climate17 promotes diversity and inclusion in its hiring process.
Climate17 are working alongside a leading owner-operator of large-scale solar PV & BESS projects in the UK.

A Senior Project Manager is required to oversee a major capital investment project across multiple operating solar assets. The role holder will own the design, planning and delivery of the works, compliant with CDM and other regulatory obligations.

Reporting directly to the Director of Asset Management, the role will have influence at senior levels to ensure approval of prioritised works and communication of progress.

Responsibilities

- Understand current situation, identify existing issues and develop initial scope of solutions.
- Work with internal and/or external engineering resources to conduct feasibility studies, including technical, financial, and environmental assessments.
- Secure funding for selected solutions through engagement with AM, Commercial and Finance teams to ensure that budget assignment is made in accordance with other business deliverables.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.

- Ensure all projects comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- Prepare Employer Specification for funded projects to run tendering processes. Identify and select contractors and suppliers through a competitive bidding process.
- Working with stakeholders to evaluate bids, assess capabilities, and identify preferred suppliers
- Work with Procurement and Legal to negotiate contracts, ensuring terms are favourable and risks are minimised.
- Monitor and manage the execution of the project, ensuring it stays on schedule and within budget. Work with other stakeholders, including O&M providers, to minimise performance impacts.
- Acting on behalf of the Client to ensure highest standards of Health & Safety in planning and implementation of works, in accordance with CDM regulations.
- Oversee the commissioning of the renewable asset, ensuring it is fully operational and meets expected performance standards. Ensure delivery of all associated documentation.
- Monitor the ongoing performance of the asset to ensure it meets expected outputs and inform future investment opportunities.
- Conduct a project review and closeout, documenting lessons learned and best practices.

Requirements

- Knowledge of renewable energy supply chains and technologies and experience working with experts to select suitable solutions
- Knowledge of electrical systems and/or civil works.
- Experience presenting projects for technical and commercial review and obtaining investment approval.
- Experience producing, reviewing and approving project plans and programs.
- Prince2 or equivalent project management qualification.
- Strong knowledge and experience delivering projects under CDM.
- Safety qualifications such as IOSH or NeBOSH.

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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