Junior Project Manager (Utility-Scale Solar/BESS) – London, UK
Deliver industrial & utility‑scale Solar / BESS projects from contract signature to commercial handover. You’ll have real responsibility, progression & impact
This opportunity is with a fast‑growing renewables developer delivering industrial and utility‑scale solar and battery storage projects across the UK and internationally.
With a strong pipeline and several early‑stage schemes already moving, they’re looking for a Junior Project Manager who can help take ownership of delivery from day one, while being offered all the support you’ll need to make this a success.
If you’ve delivered grid‑connected solar/BESS projects and want a role with trust, autonomy, and genuine progression, this is a strong next step.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll manage the full lifecycle of solar/BESS projects, commercially, technically, and operationally, from contract signature through to commercial handover:
- Lead cross‑functional project teams (engineering, design, procurement, construction)
- Assisting with project coordination, planning, and reporting
- Manage EPC deliverables across design, procurement, and construction
- Chair project meetings, issue minutes, track actions, and maintain project governance
- Manage project finances, including invoice approvals and budget tracking
- Oversee contractual obligations, programme management, and risk mitigation
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Support continuous improvement across processes, templates, and best‑practice methods
- Contribute to a growing delivery team with opportunities to step into larger projects
What you’ll need
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent experience
- Professional certification (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, PMI‑ACP) strongly preferred
- Around 6–12 months’ experience in a project environment (Solar PV & BESS ideal)
- Exposure to grid‑connected solar projects during construction
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to work in fast‑paced, cross‑functional environments
- A proactive, positive attitude, they’re open to taking a chance on the right character!
This is a role for someone who wants to learn fast, get stuck in, and grow into a fully‑fledged Project Manager.
Why this role stands out
- Excellent company culture, collaborative, supportive, and genuinely people‑focused
- Trusted responsibilities from day one, with the support to grow.
- Clear progression as larger projects move into delivery
- International exposure + occasional travel opportunities
- Hybrid working (Central London Office space – 3 Days Per Week)
- Personal and professional development in a global environment
- A chance to join a profitable, growing, well‑backed international group
Want to know More?
Reach out to Alex McGuigan at Matchtech
+44 207 010 0433
alex.mcguigan@matchtech.com
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