Project Manager - North West

Sustainable Talent is seeking a Project Manager for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in North West, UK. This hybrid role involves overseeing project development, managing stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have at least 3 years of project management experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly in civil or electrical engineering. The position offers a competitive salary and requires both on-site and remote work.
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:
• Project Leadership: Manage all phases of the BESS project from planning through to completion, ensuring successful delivery within time, budget, and scope.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders, including clients, contractors, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
• Site Management: Oversee and coordinate on-site activities, ensuring smooth execution of construction and installation works, while adhering to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Team Coordination: Lead and manage cross-functional teams (civils, electrical, construction, etc.) and ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and take proactive steps to manage issues and challenges that arise during project execution.
• Scheduling & Budgeting: Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring that project milestones are achieved.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet technical specifications, quality standards, and comply with relevant regulations and industry best practices.
• Health & Safety: Uphold rigorous health and safety standards, ensuring a safe working environment for all involved in the project.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare detailed project reports, progress updates, and presentations for stakeholders. Ensure all project documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development of best practices and continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Key Requirements:
• 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.).
• 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.
• 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.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to manage and communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• 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.
• Health & Safety Awareness: Familiarity with industry-specific health and safety regulations and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe project site.
• 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.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel for site visits as required across the North West.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:
• Renewable Energy Experience: Any experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly with BESS, solar, wind, or other grid-connected energy systems.
• Electrical or Civil Bias: Depending on your background, a strong understanding of either electrical engineering or civil works is beneficial.
• Leadership: Ability to lead teams and ensure efficient project delivery through motivation and effective communication.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges in the project lifecycle.
• Commercial Acumen: Understanding of the commercial and financial aspects of project delivery.

Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangement with the flexibility to work from home.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in the growing renewables sector.
• Company pension scheme.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Career development opportunities within a fast-growing renewable energy company.
• Travel expenses covered for site visits.