About the job

Description

Project Manager - Renewables - £70-80k - London - Hybrid

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to support their business by leading, overseeing, and delivering a range of exciting projects at various stages of development. The role will be crucial in ensuring the smooth and efficient management of multiple end-to-end projects.

The Project Manager will report directly to the Lead Project Manager and will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Independently managing green hydrogen production and utilization projects.
• Driving the development of projects within the core business, working closely with public and private stakeholders, OEMs, regulators, and other relevant parties.
• Coordinating and overseeing internal and external resources to advance projects through all stages of the lifecycle, from concept development and planning to permitting, final investment decisions, construction, and commissioning.
• Implementing our client’s Project Management Methodology (based on industry best practices) to effectively control schedule, cost, and quality-related risks.
• Ensuring timely completion of project deliverables and ensuring they are shared with all necessary stakeholders.
• Providing regular updates on project progress both internally and to clients.
• Assisting with the development of grant applications and public sector engagements tied to financial support mechanisms.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of hydrogen projects and use cases in the UK and internationally.

Experience:

Our client values candidates who are proactive, quick learners, and eager to contribute to a dynamic and rapidly growing industry. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment and be confident in sharing their ideas and challenging the status quo when necessary.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Several years of experience in project management, with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as APM.
• Experience in delivering complex projects in sectors such as energy, construction, or related industries.
• Knowledge of the renewable energy sector, particularly in wind, solar, hydrogen, and/or fuel cell technologies, is advantageous.
• Proven experience managing projects throughout the entire development cycle, including construction and commissioning.
• Ability to review technical scopes and deliverables and provide constructive feedback to the client’s team and external partners.
• Construction project execution experience would be an advantage.
• Experience overseeing projects from initial concept development through execution and final handover to operations is a plus.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills and contractor management experience, with familiarity in FIDIC/NEC/IChemE contracts being valuable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in risk management, issue resolution, and corporate dispute management is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in the full Microsoft Office suite, particularly PowerPoint, Project, Excel, and Word.
• Expertise in Microsoft Project is essential.

Qualifications:

• A strong academic background is required, with preference for candidates holding a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Energy, Engineering, Sustainability, or any other related fields.