EPC Project Manager M/F

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

EPC Project Manager M/F

At Voltalia we are passionate about renewable energies! We are an electricity producer from wind, solar, hydro, biomass and storage and also a service provider to 3rd party clients such as Development, EPC, O&M and Distribution.Today we are in 20 countries, split among 4 continents, and offering a global operating capacity to our clients. We are listed on the regulated Euronext market in Paris since July 2014.

We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to oversee the development and execution of a utility-scale solar energy project in the UK (49.9MW in Kent). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in renewable energy (particularly solar) and a proven track record of managing complex projects from inception to completion.

This rewarding, client facing role requires the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction to manage all aspects of the project, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.

The Project Manager will:

• Manage the execution of one or several PV Solar plants (utility scale) throughout its life cycle within schedule, budget, and quality.
• Ensure that works are executed with the consideration of local communities and the environment (as a minimum)
• Achieve project completion on time, under budget and with the highest Quality and HSE standards.
• Lead and take full responsibility on all Project controls processes: cost controls, contract management and
  scheduling.

• Lead the project team members both within the function (engineering, procurement, construction teams, contract management, HSE) and external within Voltalia (finance, asset management, etc)
• Effectively communicate all project stakeholder project progress
• Lead the Project in the preparation phase (Pre NTP) including Site team definition, documentation review and
  validation, procurement of all equipment and subcontractors.
• Provide the direct interface with Client at project level.
• Liaise with development and project finance teams to identify possible conflict on execution due to their different
  areas of concern (permitting and funding)
• Identify the sources of likely problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid any potential project
  risks and determine response actions to mitigate any negative impact (always have a plan B).
• Take a "No surprises" approach to project execution
• Provide management of the project contractual obligations.
• Provide Project reporting (internal and external)
• Establish a cost report and KPIs for control of the project.
• Ensure Compliance with Voltalia policies and procedures about HSE policy.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master's degree in Engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical, etc.) or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 10 years' experience in execution of EPC projects of medium to large size.
• Minimum 5 years project management experience with medium and large size projects (Utility Scale Solar)
• Master's degree in project management or PMP is a plus.
• Having experience in Contract, Risk and Procurement Management.
• Deep knowledge on Project controls (cost controls, contract management and scheduling)
• Consolidated knowledge in planning software (Project, Primavera, etc.).
• Fluent English speaker, other languages would be a plus.
• Cost Control - Plan and prepare accurate project estimates. Establish cost report for control of projects.
• HSE & Quality Management knowledge and skills - Ensuring Compliance with Voltalia policies and procedures and local legislation.

Candidates must provide proof of their legal right to work in the UK

KEY SKILLS

• Leadership skills;
• Strong communication skills.
• High degree of flexibility and adaptability to a changing environment
• Capability to lead diverse international teams located in different parts of the world.
• Strong Customer and Business focus; Effective management of multiple stakeholders.
• Creative problem solving for critical projects/ crisis situations.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and negotiate successful solutions.
• Ability to lead a network functionally and to work in a complex matrix organization.
• Resilient under pressure and in a dynamic environment.
• Autonomous worker and team player.

COMPANY
Voltalia UK

BUSINESS LINE
EPC

CONTRACT TYPE
Permanent Contract

CONTRACT DURATION

LOCATION
United Kingdom, London

STARTING DATE
Jan 25