Solar EV Build Manager
hace 5 días
Ely
Solar & Renewables Build Manager Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire (hybrid 3 onsite, 2 wfh) Reports to: Senior Delivery Manager Type: Permanent, Full-time, Monday - Friday Salary: Up to £65k pending experience (+ car allowance) Project Partners are now recruiting for an experienced Solar EV Build Manager based in the Cambridgeshire area to come and join a growing team delivering solar and renewable energy projects. The head office is based in Ely so ideal candidate will be based within 1 hour commute and you will be working on a hybrid set up of 3 days onsite/field and 2 working from home. Role Purpose: The Solar & Renewables Build Manager is responsible for the successful on-site delivery of solar and renewable energy projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality and client standards. The role provides hands-on leadership of site teams and subcontractors and acts as a key operational interface with the client. Key Responsibilities: Site & Programme Delivery • Manage day-to-day construction activities across allocated solar and renewable projects., • Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors to maximise productivity., • Monitor programme, milestones and progress, identifying and resolving issues before they impact delivery., • Carry out regular site visits and ensure construction activities meet approved designs, specifications and RAMS., • Coordinate activities including groundworks, access, foundations, cable routes, ducting, fencing, mounting systems and associated infrastructure. Client & Stakeholder Management • Act as the key operational contact for the client during construction., • Attend progress meetings and provide clear updates on programme, risks, quality and delivery., • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, landowners and subcontractors., • Resolve issues quickly and maintain a professional, solutions-focused approach. Team & Contractor Management • Lead site teams, supervisors and subcontractors, setting clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity and programme., • Monitor contractor performance and address poor performance promptly., • Ensure all personnel have appropriate competence, qualifications and training., • Promote a positive, accountable and delivery-focused culture. Safety, Quality & Compliance • Maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety and ensure compliance with company procedures, RAMS and relevant legislation., • Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and safety observations., • Monitor quality, manage defects and ensure effective snagging and close-out., • Coordinate testing, commissioning, documentation and client handover. Commercial, Risk & Reporting • Monitor productivity, resource utilisation and project performance against budget., • Identify and escalate commercial, programme, technical and resource risks., • Support variation and change management., • Maintain accurate project systems, site records and weekly reporting., • Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce cost and strengthen delivery processes. Skills & Experience • Minimum 3 years' experience in on-site construction and client delivery, ideally within solar, renewables, utilities or infrastructure., • Proven experience managing site teams and subcontractors., • Practical understanding of solar farm/renewable construction activities., • Strong Health & Safety and construction compliance knowledge., • Experience managing client relationships and delivery expectations., • Ability to understand drawings, specifications, programmes and RAMS., • Strong organisational, commercial and problem-solving skills., • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills., • Ability to work under programme pressure and manage multiple priorities., • SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS or equivalent desirable., • Renewable energy, electrical, civils or construction qualifications desirable., • Full UK driving licence