Project Manager – BESS & Renewables
Location: West Midlands
Overview
My client is a UK-based technical services provider delivering design, installation, maintenance, and project management across multiple infrastructure sectors. The organisation focuses on quality, safety, innovation, and long-term sustainable solutions. This role manages day-to-day operations delivers multi-technology renewable energy projects including solar PV, BESS, wind, hydro, and biomass ensuring technical accuracy, quality, and safe execution throughout all stages of construction.
Key Responsibilities
* Verify construction works comply with approved engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Supervise contractors and subcontractors to ensure works meet engineering and quality standards.
* Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and technical verifications.
* Maintain accurate records of surveys, measurements, and as-built documentation.
* Prepare daily and weekly site reports for the Senior Project Manager.
* Support technical problem-solving and provide engineering input during construction activities.
* Liaise with design engineers, project managers, and clients as required.
* Communicate technical requirements clearly to site teams.
* Assist with client and regulatory inspections when required.
* Oversee daily site activities to ensure work meets design, safety, and contractual requirements.
* Act as the main on-site contact for clients, contractors, and suppliers.
* Track progress, maintain accurate records, and report risks or issues.
* Enforce HSQE compliance and conduct regular inspections.
* Prepare daily/weekly progress reports and support client meetings.
Experience & Qualifications
* 5+ years’ site-based project management experience, ideally in solar or renewables.
* Strong subcontractor and team management experience.
* SMSTS and First Aid essential; IOSH/NEBOSH desirable.
Skills
* Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills.
* Proficient with MS Project and site management tools.
* Understanding of UK planning, grid connection, and renewable regulations.