Project Manager – Solar

Overview

In this role you will lead the construction of large-scale solar projects, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on time, within budget, and to high HSE standards. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders across regions to ensure compliant project execution and reporting. The position offers hands-on site presence near London and the opportunity to influence renewable infrastructure delivery at scale. You will shape project outcomes within Statkraft’s Solar Delivery unit and contribute to a broader low-emission energy mission.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• competitive terms of employment
• professional and personal development
• global network of experts
• diverse workplace
• career opportunities

Responsibilities

• Plan and steer the construction of solar projects; manage administration and project governance
• Coordinate project team including consultants, contractors, and service providers
• Monitor cost, schedule, quality, and provide status reporting to senior management
• Establish project charter requirements and ensure HSE compliance and reporting
• Implement anti-corruption controls and ensure alignment with The Statkraft Way
• Facilitate internal communication and cross-functional interface with Region, Country, and Corporate teams
• Run regular project meetings, document minutes, actions, and track spend, progress, payments, and variations
• Oversee tendering processes for small works packages and integrate inputs from design teams
• Utilize internal tools for payments, tracking, safety, contract and risk management
• Contribute to building construction team competence and uphold high environmental and HSE standards

Key requirements

• University degree in engineering or natural sciences with extensive experience
• Proven track record delivering renewable/large-scale infrastructure projects through construction
• Experience in renewables construction processes and environmental assessments (wind, solar, Battery)
• Full responsibility for project budgets and schedules from development to construction
• Strong technical understanding of renewable energy tech and main technology supply contracts
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills; target-oriented
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project; AutoCAD working knowledge; SharePoint
• Ability to clearly frame issues with context, analysis, recommendations, and risk/benefit
• Independent self-starter with ability to manage large workloads and priorities
• Excellent English communication skills

• strong communication
• relationship building
• prioritization
• Project management
• Budgeting and scheduling
• HSE compliance and reporting

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