Senior Project Manager.Renewables infrastructure

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22nd August, 2025

Senior Project Manager - £150m+ Energy Infrastructure Projects (UK-Based)
Lead the delivery of nationally significant flexible generation assets.
A leading Independent Power Producer is seeking a Senior Project Manager to take ownership of major infrastructure projects that are reshaping the UK's energy landscape. With over £150m in capital value per site, these projects include high-efficiency gas peaking plants, large-scale energy storage systems, and cutting-edge grid flexibility solutions.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, knows how to drive performance, and can bring together commercial, technical, and delivery teams to get complex projects over the line-on time, on budget, and to spec.
What You'll Be Doing

• Own the delivery of large flexible generation packages from pre-construction through commissioning.
• Lead site meetings, drive communication, and ensure alignment across stakeholders.
• Monitor progress against master and short-term programmes, identifying and resolving issues early.
• Oversee QA documentation and ensure compliance with design, safety, and project procedures.
• Manage subcontractor relationships, procurement, and design coordination.
• Track resource levels, issue site instructions, and maintain accurate records.
• Develop commissioning plans and interface with other PMs to manage programme and technical dependencies.
• Champion continuous improvement and set the tone for high-performance delivery.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience managing high-value infrastructure projects, ideally in energy or utilities.
• Strong understanding of civils, M&E, and commissioning processes.
• Contract negotiation and problem-solving skills on complex EPC projects.
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management abilities.
• Organised, proactive, and able to lead teams under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

Why This Role?

• Lead flagship projects with real impact on the UK's energy transition.
• Join a high-growth IPP with a 2GW operational portfolio and 14GW+ consented pipeline.
• Be part of a dynamic, delivery-focused team with industry-leading expertise.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and long-term career progression.