Technical Project Manager - Solar

Eden Scott are proud to be supporting GreenPower with the appointment of a Technical Project Manager Solar. GreenPower is a renewable energy company, developing, constructing, owning and operating wind, hydro, solar, and green hydrogen projects across the UK. Most assets are owned by GreenPower, with some projects jointly owned with investment funds, and others managed on behalf of third party clients.

Role And Responsibilities

The TPMS will be responsible for the following areas of work:

• The management of the design process for solar projects including but not limited to:
• Undertaking preliminary in-house design of solar PV energy systems, using a chosen industry-standard software tool.
• Design of ancillary and/or “balance of plant” systems, including but not limited to:
  
  

Grid connection

Electrical design and optimization

Mechanical support system for panels

• The management of the tendering process for solar projects including but not limited to:
• Establishment of the tender specification for project delivery.
• Establishment of comprehensive suite of contract documents.
• Administration of tender process for contractor engagement under a prime (for example EPC) structure or, alternatively, multi-sourcing.
• The management of the delivery process for solar projects including but not limited to:
• Addressing all required planning and preparatory activities that ensure the smooth realisation of the PV plant including the establishment of:
  
  

detailed scheduling of all activities to be performed during the construction phase and

detailed responsibility matrix to effectively manage project interfaces;

• Checking and finalisation of programme of works and identification of all external suppliers.
• Ensuring supervision, assisted by the external appointment of an Owner's Engineer, for all activities, monitoring and control of contractor & subcontractors;
• Ensuring continued supervision during all construction activities including but not limited to:
  
  

Construction site organisation

Civil works

Mechanical installation

Ancillary works

Grid connection & on-site electrical works

• Reporting on project progress, both through written status reports and presentations at project meetings.
• Proving support to development project managers providing design and other technical information to support the development of solar projects and the planning process;
• Co-ordinating with in-house technical / analytical colleagues and support the Director of Engineering to help ensure resources are available to support the efficient design, development and delivery of projects.
• Assist the Director of Engineering in the identification of staff training needs, for example for solar design skills, and providing in-house guidance as mentor to junior staff in the technical / analytical group to support their personal development.
• Whilst a significant amount of the work will be desk-based, you will be required to undertake site visits and attend meetings which will include overnight stays and travel both within the UK and, occasionally, overseas.
• The job will also entail various other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required from time to time as directed by your line manager.
  
  

About You

We need an experienced professional engineering / technical manager who will thrive in a dynamic environment, working well under pressure with a keen desire to learn and broaden their experience.

The candidate should be able to demonstrate a track record of the design & management of the delivery of ground-mounted solar PV generating schemes along with knowledge of the corresponding development and planning processes.

The successful candidate will have the ability to take a lead role in the assessment of candidate solar generating sites and will provide technical information to support development managers through to the pre-construction phase. The candidate will have managed the transition of ground-mounted solar energy schemes into their construction phases and will have a good grasp of what resources must be coordinated for delivery, including internal resource, external advisory resource and contractor(s).

You will know your way around PVsyst software and will be comfortable working with colleagues in our Development and Technical & Analytical teams to take projects forward in a timely manner

Essential Criteria

Required (candidates must meet these criteria to be considered)

• Degree in a relevant discipline: renewables engineering and/or related specialism.
• Understanding of the solar energy generating industry.
  
  

Track record of the conceptual design & the management of the delivery of ground-mounted solar PV generating schemes with similar experience with regard to associated energy storage being an advantage.

• Understanding of how the environmental, technical, and commercial aspects of solar projects interact.
  
  

Understanding of project management processes, including planning, budget control and reporting.

Understanding of the contractual process for tendering and project delivery and familiarity with at least one industry-standard form of contract.

Understanding the role of safety in project design and implementation and how the obligations of the CDM regulations can be met in practice.

UK driving licence.

Desirable Criteria (candidates Would Benefit From Meeting These Criteria)

• Wider knowledge of the renewable energy sector and, specifically, other generating technologies such as wind.
  
  

Candidates should also have the following personal attributes and general aptitude:

• Strong negotiation and interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient use of PVsyst software.
• Proficient use of Windows based IT systems and basic office software such as word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel) and PowerPoint.
• Ability to be self-motivated but a strong collaborator within a team environment.
• Ability to prioritise work, set and meet targets, and manage time effectively.
• Smart, professional appearance at all times.
• An eye for detail and precision.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn and engage in other areas of the business.
  
  

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Salary

Negotiable, depending on experience.

Contracted Hours

37.5 hours per week.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm.

From time to time, you may be required to work outwith and/or in excess of your normal working hours. Remuneration for such additional hours is already contained within the salary.

Location of work:

This post will be based at The e-Centre, Cooperage Way, Alloa, FK10 3LP. GreenPower operates a hybrid working policy.

Travel, principally between the Alloa office base and various sites in the UK is required. The nature of this post will require staying away from home on occasions.

Annual Leave

This post carries a holiday entitlement of 25 days personal leave, plus 12 statutory holidays / office closure days per annum.

Sick Pay

Occupational sick pay available.

Pension

GreenPower operates and auto-enrolment pension scheme with the Employer contribution of 3% of gross salary. This is subject to pension auto-enrolment rules and therefore a small contribution may also be required from employees depending on your applicable salary. Salary sacrifice available.

Non-contractual Benefits

Private health insurance (with the option to add partner / family members on at a cost). Private health insurance is a benefit in kind and therefore subject to tax.

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme.

Team bonus scheme.

Responsible To

Reporting to the Director of Engineering.

Employer

The post-holder will be employed by GreenPower Developments Ltd.

Offer Of Employment

An offer of appointment will be made subject to two satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK.

Personal Development

GreenPower believes in ongoing personal skills growth, and we will work with you to determine your needs and interests and to encourage and support you in your personal development.

Review

Performance will be reviewed initially after 6 months and annually thereafter.