GOLDBECK SOLAR is a leading provider of turnkey solar systems on commercial roofs and ground mounted utility scale PV power plants. With our team of dedicated employees, we develop, plan, build, operate and finance photovoltaic systems in Germany, Europe and worldwide - tailor-made with a standardized approach.
What you can expect:
We are looking for a determined and experienced Project Manager (m/f/d) to join our Regional Center Western Europe Execution Team in the United Kingdom. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of utility-scale solar PV projects under turnkey EPC contracts.
Your role will cover the full project lifecycle, from supporting contract negotiations and pre-construction activities through construction, commissioning, grid connection and structured handover with post-acceptance support as required. You will coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, clients and grid stakeholders to ensure that projects are delivered safely, in line with contractual specifications, quality standards and UK regulations, and within agreed programme and budget.
Tasks:
- Full lifecycle management of utility-scale EPC solar PV projects
- Supporting commercial and technical negotiations, including scope of works, pricing and programme development
- Acting as the primary interface with clients, DNOs, ICPs and key stakeholders
- Preparing scopes and overseeing subcontractor procurement, tendering, and contract administration in coordination with the Procurement team
- Leading and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams
- Budget management, cost control, forecasting and financial reporting
- Risk identification, mitigation and proactive issue resolution
- Oversight of grid connection activities, including HV interfaces
- Ensuring compliance with quality standards, contractual and warranty obligations and HSE requirements
- Managing commissioning, handovers and acceptance
- Contributing to continuous improvement of internal processes and delivery standards
Profile:
- Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (NVQ Level 7 or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in the UK market (or other common law jurisdictions)
- At least 3 years’ experience managing turnkey EPC contracts within the renewable energy sector, ideally solar PV
- Minimum 2 years’ experience negotiating technical annexes within renewable or photovoltaic projects
- Proven experience managing projects involving high-voltage grid connections
- Experience working with or alongside Independent Connection Providers (ICPs) is highly desirable
- Certifications: CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test for Managers and Professionals as well as PMP/PRINCE2 preferred, or proven project management training
- Results-driven with a high level of accountability and customer focus
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Comfortable working independently and solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and spoken English; German advantageous
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems and digital/AI-based project tools
- Open, trusting and professional cooperation with a focus on success and enjoyment in daily work
- Cooperation with a highly trained international team in a dynamic, international market
- Best conditions for independent work as well as exciting and challenging topics
- Participation in shaping the global energy revolution
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