Senior Project Manager - Renewable Energy Projects

Our client is a leading UK-based developer of grid‑scale renewable energy and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. Backed by a well‑established property and investment group, the business benefits from deep expertise in land promotion, development, and long‑term commercial investment, combined with a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects.

The company is actively supporting the UK’s transition to a Net Zero carbon economy by 2050 and manages a substantial and growing portfolio comprising:

• Over 1.2GW of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Approximately 140MW of solar PV projects
• Around 670MW of projects already consented

Working closely with landowners, local authorities, network operators, investors, and supply chain partners, the business brings forward technically robust, commercially viable renewable energy assets. Projects are supported by experienced in‑house planning, technical, and commercial teams, alongside best‑in‑class external consultants.

Due to continued portfolio growth and an expanding pipeline moving toward construction, the company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the team. Reporting to a senior member of the leadership team, this role will take ownership of projects from late‑stage development through pre‑construction and delivery, with strong involvement in commercial, contractual, and risk management matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced renewable energy project professional with a strong grounding in pre‑construction and delivery, who is comfortable operating across technical, commercial, and stakeholder interfaces in a stand‑alone role based in Bury St Edmunds 3 days a week. The role offers significant autonomy, exposure to senior decision‑making, and clear progression potential within a growing and well‑capitalised developer.

You will be responsible for managing projects through key gateways including planning, grid, pre‑construction, contractor procurement, contract negotiation, and construction delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

• Lead the end‑to‑end project management of renewable energy and BESS projects from late‑stage development through pre‑construction and construction delivery.
• Establish and manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers, and reporting structures.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants to ensure timely and efficient project progression.
• Act as the primary point of contact for projects during pre‑construction and delivery phases.

• Lead pre‑construction activities including scope definition, design development, and buildability reviews.
• Manage procurement strategies for EPC, balance of plant, and key subcontract packages.
• Prepare and issue tender documentation, manage bid processes, and lead contractor evaluations.
• Support the transition from development into construction readiness (notice to proceed).

• Develop and maintain strong commercial oversight of projects, including cost planning, cash‑flow forecasting, and change control.
• Lead or support the negotiation of key project contracts (e.g. EPC, ICP, O&M, consultant appointments).
• Work closely with legal and commercial advisors to ensure contracts appropriately manage risk and align with investment requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance against contractual obligations during delivery.

• Coordinate with grid teams, DNOs, National Grid, and ICPs to manage grid connection delivery and programme alignment.
• Work alongside planning and technical specialists to manage discharge of conditions and compliance with consented schemes.
• Ensure technical designs align with planning, grid, land, and commercial constraints.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with contractors, consultants, landowners, investors, and statutory bodies.
• Represent the company professionally at project meetings, site inspections, and senior stakeholder forums.
• Provide clear and concise project updates to…