Projektový manažer - BESS (12 měsíců, smlouva na dobu určitou)

Statkraft is Europe's largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have around 6,500 employees in 20 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 130 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Following more than five years of great success with the Grid Services team and more than £0.5 billion invested in grid projects across England, Scotland and Wales, this role has expanded in scope in order to take the development and build-out of Statkraft's GB Grid Services pipeline to another level and to deliver on the business plan targets out to 2030, against an ever-increasing technically complex and commercially competitive market.

But there's more work to be done and we depend on inspired, creative and dedicated people who want to shape a brighter future with us - that's why we need you to join us.

This role will be fixed term for 12 months to cover parental leave and can be based in either the London or Glasgow office.

Job Description

We are currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Project Manager to join our Grid Services team in Statkraft UK with a focus on battery energy storage systems. The person would report into the Principal Project Manager within the Greener Grid Parks team. The Grid Services team develops Greener Grid Parks providing stability services to the National Energy System Operator (NESO) and energy in the electricity market.

Your role

• Be responsible for developing ~ 2 projects.
• Participation in upcoming tenders throughout the year.
• Leading in the project management of GB grid services and energy storage projects at all stages of project development from site identification through to pre-construction activity;
• Having full responsibility for management of project budgets, programmes and schedules from early-stage development to point of construction;
• Managing external and internal consultants including planning consultants, land agents, legal advisors and technical experts;
• Responsible for obtaining planning permissions, consents and licences also including discharging pre-commencement planning conditions, and variations as required;
• Regular reporting on project progress, providing insightful risk and opportunity analysis to management;
• Preparing and coordinating internal decision gate documentation.
• Engagement with the team and developing an understanding of the market.
• Engage with legal, land, compliance, health and safety, commercial, grid connection and engineering colleagues to integrate these specialisms in your projects;
• Engage and negotiate agreements with landowners and representatives;
• Stakeholder management especially landowners, agents and local community;
• Coordinating with financial and technical colleagues to determine optimal strategy for your projects with consideration of project risks;
• Support development and implementation of all grid services projects, opportunities and Greener Grid Parks as appropriate;
• Supporting and mentoring other team members.

Qualifications

• Master or Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject e.g. renewables, engineering, planning or environmental and sustainability studies.
• Experience in the energy (or relevant) industry with a demonstrable track record of successfully achieving targets. Entry level will be determined by experience.
• Independent self-starter, with attention to detail with the ability to manage a variable workload to key deadlines, often providing support to processes managed by colleagues.
• Excellent written, fluent English, with presentation and communication skills.
• Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel and other MS applications.
• Ability to manage several projects and relationships simultaneously including landowners, authorities, advisors and internal stakeholders.
• Prepared to travel (majority UK wide).
• Ability to work in the UK.

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose - meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you'll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.