Ethical Power is the UK’s only vertically integrated renewables company. Over the past few years, we’ve been expanding quickly offering a wider range of services, reaching new sectors and new territories. Our continued pursuit of excellence helped us become market leaders recognised for the quality of our projects. We pride ourselves on our fantastic team and the longstanding trust of our clients who return to Ethical Power knowing we always deliver.

We are an ethical brand, fostering collaborative work and focused on delivering feasible solutions in sustainable and responsible manner. We are an equal-rights employer, prioritising safety of our staff and offering development opportunities and a fair and supportive working environment.

Role Summary

Project Managers are responsible for overseeing the construction and delivery of a range of solar projects in the UK. The role oversees the wider team throughout development, construction, commissioning and then the turnover to our Operations Department. Project Managers are required to assist in defining the EPC scopes of work for projects nearing construction, and to plan and track progress on active construction projects. The role requires the ability to manage multiple projects, and to travel regularly to inspect major construction milestones, progress, and budget.

Role Specification

• 40 hours per week
• Hybrid

Main Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage a high-performing team, define RFPs, and scope of work packages
• Align team objectives with company objectives, conduct due diligence, and act as EPC project manager
• Review design drawings, manage change requests, and facilitate permitting and approvals
• Manage internal teams and deliverables, ensure quality control, and lead project status meetings
• Develop policies, procedures, and safety management systems
• Generate reports and attend site regularly
• Take projects through PAC and handover to O&M
• Undertake all tasks as instructed by the company

Measures

• Budget and profit margins on utility-scale projects
• Approval limits for subcontracts and purchase orders
• Schedule and project completion programs on time per budget

Safety Accountabilities

• Lead by example to reinforce safe behaviours
• Support the H&S team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing systems in place to ensure sites are compliant

Person Specification

Essential

• 6-8 years’ professional experience in project management
• Technical knowledge across civil, electrical and structural disciplines
• Proficiency in Excel and scheduling tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full Clean UK driving licence

Benefits

• CycleScheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive Salary
• Optional Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Company events
• 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with loyalty scheme of additional day per year worked, capped at 5 years