Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

Project Manager - Building-Connected Renewable Energy Systems

Location:

- Based in South Wales, working from home predominantly and on-site locations, shared workspace available in Cardiff, Swansea, Barry and Newport.

Starting salary:

- Between £32,000 - £36,000, plus car allowance, subject to experience (based on 30 hours/week)

Working arrangements:

-30 hours per week, allowing flexible working.

• Occasional evening work, weekend days and overnight stays away from home with advance notice.

Reporting to:

- Development Manager

Contract:

- This is a fixed term contract for 2 years from commencement, with an intention to make it permanent, subject to successful performance and the growth of the Society's business.

About Us:

Ynni Teg Cyf. (Fair Energy Ltd) is a community benefit society whose primary object is to develop renewable energy projects for the benefit of communities in Wales.

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 achieve this mission by -

• Developing 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.
• Providing support to other community energy organisations in Wales to develop their projects either as mentors or through our consultancy services.
• Promoting 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 enable us to become increasingly financially self-sustaining and growing the capacity and expertise of our professional team, thus enabling us to offer a low-cost practical support service to others as part of our community benefit aims. The intended outcome being a significant increase in the amount of community-owned energy in Wales.

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 will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of project planning and delivery, including any necessary 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 organized 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.

The Project Manager's primary responsibilities will be to -

• 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 projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget (installation costs typically ranging from £10k to c.£300k).
• Oversee project development activities including site assessments, technical surveys, grid connection applications (G98/G99) and securing any necessary statutory consents.
• Procure and manage contractors, suppliers and professional services, ensuring cost-effective delivery and value for money.
• Monitor project progress, milestones and expenditure, providing regular reports to the Development Manager and other stakeholders, as required.
• Maintain project contracts, governance and documentation, ensuring appropriate quality assurance and record keeping throughout the project…