Job Description
Role - Project Manager
Location - Oxford
Mint Selection are working with a leading renewable energy developer seeking an experienced on-site Project Manager to lead the construction and delivery of a major energy transition project in Oxford.
This role is suited to a hands-on Project Manager with a strong background in utility-scale renewable generation, energy storage, or major infrastructure projects, capable of managing site operations and coordinating third-party EPCs, OEMs, and ICPs from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover.
Scope of Work
* Take full ownership of the on-site project delivery from mobilisation through to commercial operation and handover, ensuring compliance with HSE, quality, and programme requirements.
* Act as the asset owner’s on-site representative, managing and coordinating EPC, OEM, and ICP contractors.
* Oversee all site-based construction activities, ensuring strict adherence to CDM Regulations, NEC contract frameworks, and company procedures.
* Monitor and control project cost, schedule, and contractor performance on a day-to-day basis.
* Identify, assess, and manage construction risks and implement mitigation measures to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
* Serve as the primary interface on site between contractors, consultants, grid operators (DNO), local authorities, and internal stakeholders.
* Manage site reporting, look-ahead planning, progress tracking, and cost forecasting, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
* Support procurement, tender clarifications, contract negotiation, and contract administration during construction.
* Lead site inspections, quality assurance processes, and commissioning activities to ensure a zero-defect handover.
* Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all works in line with company and legislative standards.
Requirements
* Proven experience delivering infrastructure, energy, or renewable projects from pre-construction through to commissioning in a site-based leadership role.
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and managing third-party contractors.
* Experience acting in a client-side or owner’s engineer / owner’s representative capacity.
* Experience coordinating with DNOs, ICPs, grid operators, and local councils.
* Strong site management capability with excellent leadership and stakeholder communication skills.
* Competent in budgeting, risk management, and progress reporting.
* SMSTS (or equivalent) and strong understanding of CDM Regulations essential.
This is a 6-month contract outside IR35 with a full-time required to be on site 5 days per week.
If interested, please apply within or contact Harry Arnold for further information.