Project Manager - Utility Scale Solar

Role: Project Manager – Utility Scale Solar Location: UK/Remote with site travel Salary: Up to £50,000 + benefits Type: Full-time, Permanent MDE are working with a well-established renewable energy business to recruit a Project Manager to support the delivery of utility-scale solar farms in the UK. This would suit someone with around 3+ years' project management experience who has worked on construction or engineering projects and has a solid technical understanding of Solar PV. You'll be involved across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction and technical design through installation, commissioning and handover, while managing subcontractors, budgets, programmes, risks and client relationships. Responsibilities will include:

• Managing projects across the full lifecycle, from proposal and pre-construction through technical design, installation, commissioning and handover
• Coordinating site activities, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
• Managing programmes, schedules, risks, issues and change control
• Tracking budgets, costs and project variances
• Supporting commercial discussions with clients and stakeholders
• Reviewing project documentation and maintaining accurate reporting
• Ensuring projects meet required quality, health & safety and environmental standards
• Identifying project risks and implementing appropriate mitigation measures
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously across different sites
• Maintaining strong client relationships throughout project delivery
• Driving projects forward and taking ownership of delivery challenges as they arise We're looking for someone with:
• At least 3 years' Project Management experience
• Experience managing construction, engineering or infrastructure projects
• A good technical understanding of Solar PV systems
• Strong commercial awareness, including budgets, contracts and cost control
• Experience working directly with clients and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of project controls including scheduling, reporting, risk management and change control
• Experience managing multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive approach and the confidence to take ownership of projects Previous utility-scale or ground-mounted solar experience would be particularly valuable. Desirable experience includes:
• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Renewable Energy or a related discipline
• SMSTS, SSSTS, NEBOSH or IOSH qualification
• Experience with solar repowering, revamping, retrofit or upgrade projects
• Previous exposure to commissioning or operational solar assets The role is predominantly remote, although regular travel to project sites across the UK will be required depending on project activity. This could also be a very good step up for a strong Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager who has already been taking responsibility for solar construction or delivery projects and is ready for greater ownership. If you're interested, or know someone who may be suitable, feel free to message me directly or apply through the advert. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.