Construction Project Manager

Description

• Implement standard processes and operating procedures across the UK&I organisation using our BMS to manage projects
• Manage risk and mitigate as necessary in support of the project strategy
• Support collaboration between the construction project team and wider RES organisation.
• Ensure that all construction insurances are in place prior to construction
• Support consistent standards and processes for management pricing risk, contingency and margin in the construction cost assumptions for our development projects
• Ensure safety is a top priority on our sites – strive for market leading Health and Safety performance and nurture a culture of safety where everyone returns “Home Safe Every Day”
• Preparation of construction budgets, management of construction costs, reforecasting cost to completion monthly, and client reporting during construction
• Direct functional management of the Construction Site Manager, following the assignment of the construction site management team to the project
• Coordination of key completion milestone events including project energisation, contractual taking-over and internal handover of the project to the Asset Management Team
• Administration of all construction contracts and consultancy agreements particular to the project
• Preparation and maintenance of the construction programme prior to and during construction, including definition of key project milestone dates required for contracts
• Be a proactive leader in helping shape the company culture and drive Diversity and Inclusion
• Ensuring that feedback in relation to supplier performance is provided to the procurement department during and following construction
• Driving market-leading Health, Safety, Quality, and Environment on complex energy storage projects with multiple contractors by utilising established, standardised processes. Managing and motivating people and delivering energy storage projects safely, to a high level of quality with low environmental impact, on budget and programme
• Ensure focus on customer satisfaction and key account management
• Preparation and negotiation of construction contract documentation and interaction with procurement team for the delivery of the agreed procurement strategy for all projects. Including input into the Construction Management Agreement or EPC, main supply agreements and full responsibility for production of the balance of plant contracts

Requirements

• Construction management, Civil/Electrical Engineering degree with a period of relevant experience, in a similar position, of not less than 3 years; or
• Strong communicator who can identify, prioritise and meet deadlines
• Strategic acumen and strong results and execution orientation
• Strong technical expertise in high-voltage grid connections (132kV and above), substations, and associated systems
• Extensive experience in a construction management role of large-scale energy storage projects, including project delivery across relevant sectors such as battery storage, renewable energy, and grid integration is essential
• Able to drive project cost reduction through efficient design, procurement, innovation, and processes
• Extensive experience working with construction contracts and documentation related to energy
• Able to inspire, lead and motivate high performing multi-disciplinary team
• An appropriate vocational qualification with a good period of relevant experience in a similar position
• Driving excellence in Project Management and Contract Management
• Ability to identify and manage risk effectively
• Behavioural safety and methodology for improvement on projects
• The successful candidate will have a high technical acumen, with the communication skills to work with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders on change management and project scope

Benefits

• Active promotion and demonstrable achievement of company safety leadership and sustainability objectives

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance