Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Delivery
Location: Glasgow, UK - Office & Site-Based
Contract: Full-time
Our client is a leading UK-based investment manager dedicated to delivering investments that matter for the economy, society, and the environment. With over 35 years of experience and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, they manage innovative investments from offices across the UK and Northern Europe.
The Role
Based in Glasgow, this senior position involves leading the development and delivery of high-quality renewable energy projects. You will take ownership of individual projects and lead key tasks to ensure the successful transition of assets into operation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Leadership: Manage key pre-construction and construction activities, including grid applications, general engineering, and contract procurement.
- Contract Administration: Oversee contract preparation, negotiation, and performance tracking, including payment processes and deliverable management.
- Technical Oversight: Monitor technical and HSE compliance, ensuring all projects adhere to CDM regulations.
- Delivery Management: Manage the overall delivery of projects until a seamless handover to the asset management team.
- Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary interface for regulators, statutory consultees, and local communities.
- Commercial Analysis: Translate technical details into commercial impacts and navigate project economics and energy market trends.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Qualifications: Minimum of a degree-level qualification in Project Management, Engineering, or Planning.
- Industry Expertise: At least 7 years of experience within the renewable energy industry.
- Track Record: Proven experience leading the development and delivery of wind farms, solar PV, or battery storage (BESS) projects.
- Grid Knowledge: Direct experience working with grid operators and managing the delivery of grid connections.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of the UK consenting processes and health, safety, and environmental legislation.
- Software: Proficient in technical software such as AutoCAD, GIS, or PVSyst.
- Problem Solving: Ability to anticipate complex project issues and propose innovative, autonomous solutions.
Personal Characteristics:
- Execution-Focused: Assertive and proactive, with a "roll up your sleeves" approach to making things happen.
- Excellent Communicator: Eloquent and able to explain complex technical concepts in simple, relevant terms.
- Collaborative: A team player who contributes to an open, honest, and high-performing culture.
- Client-Oriented: Approachable and professional, ensuring a high standard of service for all stakeholders.
Package and Benefits:
- Competitive starting salary with discretionary bonus and success-based incentives.
- Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance.
- Private health insurance, income protection, and death-in-service cover.
- A vibrant social culture and additional "perks."
This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with a highly-regarded company, with a great working culture and a promising project pipeline that will continue to develop.
