Project Manager Job Mountain Ash area,Wales UK,Engineering

Overview

Our mission is to become the pan-Wales developer of community-owned clean energy infrastructure in Wales, working with local organisations, public agencies and commercial partners to enable communities to take greater control of our energy for a more resilient Wales. We aim to develop renewable energy assets that provide opportunities for local ownership, surplus revenues for community benefit funds and, where feasible, reduced long-term costs to local consumers.

We provide support to other community energy organisations in Wales to develop their projects as mentors or through our consultancy services, and promote the growth of the community energy sector in association with Community Energy Wales (CEW), public and third sector agencies. We are developing revenue-generating assets to become financially self-sustaining and to grow the capacity and expertise of our professional team, enabling us to offer a low-cost practical support service to others as part of our community benefit aims.

The intended outcome is a significant increase in the amount of community-owned energy in Wales.

Role purpose

Core Purpose of the post:
This role is central to the delivery of community-owned, building-connected low-carbon energy projects across Wales. Focusing primarily on rooftop solar PV, battery storage, electric vehicle charging and low-carbon heat technologies, you will oversee projects from initial concept and feasibility through to design, procurement, construction, commissioning and operational handover. You will work within a small team and coordinate all aspects of project planning and delivery, including building consents, technical design, utility mains connection, procurement of installation/specialist services, contract administration and client relations.

The role requires a practical, diligent and collaborative approach, balancing technical, commercial, practical, client and community relationship considerations to ensure successful project outcomes. The postholder will need to be confident, well organised and a clear communicator. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of community energy in Wales and support the transition to a low-carbon energy system that works for everyone.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of low-carbon technology projects from feasibility through to commissioning and operational handover.

Manage a pipeline of projects of varying scales, budgets, resources and risks to ensure delivery is safe, on time and within budget (installation costs typically ranging from £10k to around £300k).

Oversee project development activities including site assessments, technical surveys, grid connection applications (G98/G99) and securing necessary statutory consents.

Procure and manage contractors, suppliers and professional services to ensure cost-effective delivery and value for money.

Monitor project progress, milestones and expenditure; provide regular reports to the Development Manager and other stakeholders as required.

Maintain project contracts, governance and documentation, ensuring quality assurance and proper record keeping throughout the project lifecycle.

Coordinate commissioning, testing and operational handover, ensuring all contractual, technical and regulatory requirements are met.

Support the monitoring and evaluation of newly installed renewable energy / low-carbon technologies.

Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety, environmental, technical and regulatory requirements.

Essential qualifications and experience

Experience of planning and managing physical construction or services installations projects from development through to delivery and completion.
Experience of managing project budgets, programmes, contractors and suppliers.
Experience of working with a range of project parties, including client stakeholder organisations, service providers, end customers, and statutory bodies.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Holding relevant recognised technical and/or project management…