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SeniorPrincipal Project Manager Renewables

Job in Glasgow, Glasgow City Area, G1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Engineer, Operations Management
  • Management
    Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to take on the role of a Senior or Principal Project Manager with a focus on Renewable Energy projects in Construction.

Join our rapidly expanding renewable energy team. You will be responsible for undertaking a technical project management role on projects within our energy business; typically our projects are associated with the generation storage transmission and distribution of energy both in the UK and Ireland and countries throughout Europe the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Projects include all stages of design from feasibility to detailed design and site construction supervision both in the UK and internationally. Our clients are a mix between large energy utility generators to private developers.

As our new Senior or Principal Project Manager you will be a senior member of the team and responsible for developing and leading project delivery and developing and maintaining client relationships.

Other aspects of the role include:

Heres what youll do:

  • Undertake the project management role on mid- to large size projects with a focus on the construction phase.
  • Liaise with clients manage project work on a day-to-day basis and ensure that the work is delivered within the agreed requirements timescale and budgets. Manage underperformance on contracts and work with clients to resolve issues.
  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary design and construction of renewable energy infrastructure.
  • Support the procurement stage of projects including preparation of Employers Requirements and NEC/Fidic/JCT/bespoke technical contractual documentation.
  • Manage/administer NEC/FIDIC/JCT/ Bespoke contracts including technology supply contracts.
  • Manage the construction phase ensuring contractors align to the specific contract requirements and best practice. Contribute to the client interface and build successful external and internal relationships.
  • Support with the maintenance of project budgets programme and overall performance in line with the contract.
  • Support senior members of the team with the governance of the project from set-up to completion including reporting and invoicing.
  • Assist with the review of project deliverables.
  • Perform quality control reviews of work.
  • Participate in development of proposals.
  • Direct and mentor junior members of staff.

If youre passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we dont just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Energy page on Linked In a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects were working on and see firsthand the difference were making in the industry!

Come grow with us.

At AECOM youll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And lets not forget about the perks ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

  • BEng (Hons) degree in Engineering (Civil Electrical or Mechanical or Environmental) or diploma in Project Management.

This role has a strong focus on Construction phase delivery and requires candidates to have a background in project and construction and commercial awareness of projects in the energy sector at Construction phase including the complexities of grid connected projects.

Experience leading the management of projects in one or more of the following technologies including design procurement and construction phases:

  • Onshore wind ideally with recent onsite experience.
  • Solar PV.
  • Hydroelectric both run of river and pumped storage.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at At…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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