Senior Project Manager – Solar

Company: The Green Recruitment Company
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Senior Project Manager – Renewable Energy (UK Solar PV)

We’re working with a leading global clean energy investor and its UK-based development platform to hire a Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of a major pipeline of utility-scale solar projects across the UK.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll act as the Owner’s Representative, overseeing EPC contractors and driving projects from construction through to commissioning.

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining a well-capitalised, fast-growing platform with a significant UK portfolio already under construction, including multiple large-scale solar PV projects and a substantial pipeline.

This role offers strong visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to work on nationally significant renewable energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as Owner’s Representative across multiple solar PV construction projects
  • Manage EPC contractors, contracts, and project delivery
  • Oversee health & safety, quality, and compliance on-site
  • Monitor progress, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful delivery
  • Lead stakeholder communication and reporting
  • Support development aspects including planning and grid coordination

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years’ experience in renewable energy project management
  • Strong track record delivering utility-scale solar (or wind) projects
  • Experience managing EPC contracts and contractors
  • Background in the UK construction market
  • Strong commercial and technical understanding
  • Ideally experience from an IPP, or investor environment

Why Apply?

  • Join a well-funded, growing platform backed by a global investor
  • High level of ownership and influence
  • Competitive salary + bonus

Location

  • Site visits typically once per week (flexible depending on project needs)

Posted: April 1st, 2026