Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Project Manager

Clarke Energy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager to lead and manage the design, execution, and commissioning of large‑scale EPC projects. The role reports to Contracts Manager and is responsible for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while leading a dynamic team of staff and contractors.

• Lead and manage the project team through the entire lifecycle, ensuring performance and delivery meet timescales, budgets, and quality standards.
• Conduct regular team meetings and one‑on‑ones, providing feedback and guidance to ensure progress is on target.
• Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Liaise with clients to understand and interpret their requirements, ensuring any deviations from the contract are communicated to the Contracts Manager.
• Negotiate project timescales and costs with clients, ensuring agreement on project deliverables.
• Develop a detailed Project Plan, including all technical, commercial, and installation tasks for progress tracking and reporting.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards are fully integrated into project plans and adhered to at all stages.
• Allocate resources to achieve project goals on time and to the required quality.
• Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to secure the best value on materials and services.
• Monitor project progress, resolving delays or issues as needed.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring regular communication and satisfaction with project progress.
• Report project status to the Contract Manager, highlighting any difficulties and the actions taken to address them.

• Proven experience in project management in an engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental management policies and procedures.
• Experience with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015).
• Working knowledge of construction contracts such as FIDIC, NEC and JCT.
• Proficient IT skills – Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project.
• Coaching and team development skills.

• A role model for reliability, integrity, and professionalism.
• Excellent client‑facing and internal communication skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage team workload.
• Committed to quality, continuous improvement, and self‑improvement.
• Accountable for personal and team performance, and able to challenge behaviours that do not align with Clarke Energy values.
• Creative and pragmatic thinker, capable of finding solutions to complex problems.
• Strong team leader with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Commercially aware, acting to minimise costs for Clarke Energy and customers.
• Resilient and able to work effectively under pressure.
• Technical background with knowledge of Combined Heat and Power (CHP), hot water, steam raising plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Gas Peaking and general electrical installation principles.
• Degree, HND, or HNC in Engineering.

• 25 days holiday, plus enhanced entitlement based on length of service.
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Company pension contribution of 7%.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Hybrid working options.
• Reward and Recognition schemes.
• Development and investment in employees.
• In‑house certified training department.

Clarke Energy is an award‑winning, multinational specialist in the engineering, installation, and maintenance of sustainable energy solutions for both front and behind‑meter applications. Renowned for our high‑quality schemes, we are committed to supporting the global net‑zero transition. Our culture is founded on integrity and high ethical standards. As the largest authorised distributor and service provider for INNIO’s hydrogen‑ready reciprocating engines across 29 territories, we offer unparalleled expertise and support.

Our comprehensive solutions are strengthened by in‑house design engineering, EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project management, and market‑leading 24/7 after‑sales support, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our projects.

Ready to join us? If you are an experienced Project Manager with a passion for leading teams, managing complex projects, and delivering outstanding results, we want to hear from you.
You can apply through Linked In or directly on our website!