Solar Project Manager

Job Description

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities.

Ameresco provide project management and project consultancy services covering all elements of the project lifecycle.

Worldwide there is a growing demand for solar power & battery storage facilities to assist in the development & delivery of clean renewable energy for our customers and also to support grid security. As a result of this growing demand Ameresco is extending our experience and knowledge to the UK and looking for key personnel to support the growing business.

As a business our reputation is important to us and therefore our ability to deliver projects safely, on time and to budget to the highest quality is key to our continuing success.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for taking clients projects from the initial idea or specification stage, through to detailed design, construction, acceptance testing, commissioning and handover.

The Project Manager may work on a variety of client projects at any one time depending on the size and scope of the work. The role will provide strong leadership in a matrix environment to apply best practice Project Management to ensure successful project delivery.

The initial role will be as Project Manager for large solar PV in the range of 20-100 MW project in the UK.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, confident and have a flexible approach to work. They will be client-driven and passionate about energy efficiency and renewable energy. They should be able to demonstrate good organisational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work under pressure and complete tasks / projects within deadlines. People are important to our business and therefore the ability to interface with other functions & disciplines at all levels throughout the organisation is vital. Additionally, the Project Manager will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to collaborate & communicate successfully with Clients, Energy companies, & external teams, including engineers, contractors and subcontractors.

The role will also require the willingness to travel across the UK to cater project demands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 Engineering degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, or other infrastructure related profession
• Chartered Engineer status with a recognised institution
• A recognised formal project management qualification is desirable

Skills & Experience Required

• Project Management experience, having worked on large multimillion pound projects
• 5-10 years’ experience in Project Management / Implementation functions for infrastructure projects, ideally covering solar or battery storage facilities and associated utilities
• Project management of Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects typically under the NEC or FIDIC form of contract
• Strong project management and organisational skills with a keen focus on meeting client objectives and successfully delivering projects whilst meeting or exceeding project expectations in relation to H&S, Quality, Cost & Time
• Good understanding of H&S within design and construction (inc Regulatory requirements)
• Good understanding of Quality Assurance/ Control, throughout the project lifecycle
• Project team leadership within a matrix organisation, lead on the building of office and site team to support allocated project.
• Time / schedule management & planning (working knowledge of Microsoft project / Primavera P6 is desirable)
• Risk management & change management
• Procurement, Contracts & negotiation
• Budgeting & cost control
• Project monitoring & reporting
• Knowledge of ICP works up to 133/ 275kV, & 11-33kV systems is an advantage
• Good IT skills in relation to Word, PowerPoint and Excel and MS Project tools

Specific Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the delivery of a large Solar PV project
• Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the project from planning / concept through design & procurement, into construction and through to commissioning & handover
• Define, assemble and coordinate project resources and manage and control the project budget
• Ensure the planning and scheduling of all project activities & timelines; tracking project deliverables using appropriate tools
• Monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders as required
• In taking overall responsibility Project Managers are expected to:-
• Ensure that the project scope, goals and deliverables are budgeted, planned and delivered to meet the Clients objectives & requirements (the "Project Brief")
• Ensure the project meets the requirements of appropriate regulatory bodies, polices/procedures
• Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental Regulations and adhere to Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Procedures to deliver a project with zero accidents.
• Deliver the contracted scope
• Deliver on schedule
• Deliver to the budget
• Manage change
• Manage & mitigate risk and maximize opportunities
• Deliver quality throughout the design, construction and commissioning phases
• Optimize team / resources utilisation
• Promote and drive streamlined communication
• Build strong client relationships
• Manage project administration

Supplementary Responsibilities

• Support the operational (Long Term Service Agreements) side of engineering from a project understanding & knowledge perspective
• Project Development - Support bid development teams to review, relevant project, construction and programme sections of proposals
• Support project development in the preparation of estimates / CAPEX.
• Mentoring and coaching the project team to implement best practice & improve project delivery

All applicants must be eligible to legally work in the UK.

An award-winning industry leader, AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including company pension and incentive plans.