EV Charging Infrastructure Project & Deployment Manager

Overview

Location: UK
Department: EV Charging

Role Summary

The Project Manager & Network Operations – HPC / Flash Charging leads the end-to-end deployment and operational integration of BYD’s High-Power Charging (HPC) / Flash Charging stations across the assigned country or region. The role requires strong experience in large-scale EV charging or similar infrastructure deployment
, BESS integration
, and an established network of installers, EPCs, and construction partners
.

• Deployment & Execution:
  Drive massive rollout of BYD Flash Charging sites, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and safe delivery.
• Deployment & Execution:
  Coordinate all phases: permitting, civil works, electrical installation, grid connection, BESS installation, and commissioning.
• Deployment & Execution:
  Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and contractor performance across multiple parallel sites.

• Installer & Construction Ecosystem:
  Build and maintain a qualified national/regional partner network (installers, EPCs, civil-works companies).
• Installer & Construction Ecosystem:
  Lead RFI/RFQ processes, negotiate contracts, and enforce BYD installation and quality standards.
• Installer & Construction Ecosystem:
  Implement standardized deployment methods to ensure speed, scalability, and repeatable quality.

• Technical Leadership:
  Act as the primary technical point of contact for HPC chargers, BESS systems, site power design, and integration.
• Technical Leadership:
  Support engineering reviews (single-line diagrams, load studies, grounding, communication systems).
• Technical Leadership:
  Provide on-site guidance and troubleshooting during installation and commissioning.

• Network Operations:
  Oversee operational monitoring and ensure smooth integration of new stations into the live network.
• Network Operations:
  Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with service partners to ensure high uptime.
• Network Operations:
  Maintain accurate site documentation, as-built files, and commissioning records.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with Real Estate, Engineering, Energy, Procurement, and Finance teams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Share field insights to improve deployment guidelines, BESS integration workflows, and future product designs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Ensure alignment with corporate best practices and regulatory requirements.

Must-Have

• 5+ years experience in deploying EV charging, BESS, PV, telecom, or comparable multi-site electrical infrastructure.
• Proven delivery of large-scale deployment programs (10–100+ sites).
• Practical experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (design, installation, commissioning).
• Established network of local installers, EPCs, grid contractors, and construction companies
  .
• Strong technical knowledge of LV/MV electrical systems, grid connections, civil works, and commissioning.
• Strong project-management capabilities (PMP/Prince2 is a plus).
• Ability to travel frequently across the country/region.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with HPC chargers
  , liquid-cooled systems, or substation-level installations.
• Background in high-growth deployment organizations (e.g., Tesla, Fastned, IONITY, Enel X).
• Knowledge of local permitting and utility requirements.