Location:
Home and field based, within approximately one hour of RingwoodSalary:
£60,000 basic + electric company car + up to 10% company bonus dependent on company performanceBenefits:
25 days’ holiday, pension, private healthcare, free parking and EV charging, plus regular company social events including partnersAre you experienced within solar and looking for the opportunity to take ownership of a growing business unit?Aspire Jobs are recruiting exclusively for a fast-growing business within the construction and electrical sector, working across commercial and domestic markets.They are now looking for an experienced Solar and Electrical Project Manager to take ownership of and grow their solar division.This is a hands-on role combining commercial development, technical understanding, project oversight and client management.You’ll work alongside the company’s central Business Development Manager, who will generate opportunities for the division.Just as importantly, once the work is won, you’ll stay involved.You’ll work closely with clients, installers, subcontractors, suppliers and the Technical Director to ensure projects are properly quoted, organised and delivered, with the customer kept informed throughout.This isn’t a desk-based “Head of” role. You’ll be out meeting clients, visiting sites and working alongside the people delivering the projects.What we’re looking forIdeally, you’ll already have experience within the solar industry and enough technical knowledge to understand how a solar PV system comes together.You’ll need to be comfortable using manufacturer-specific software to design systems and prepare quotations. Previous experience of the exact software isn’t essential as this can be learned, but you’ll need a good grounding in solar and/or electrical systems.An electrical background combined with solar knowledge could therefore also work particularly well.You’ll also need to:Have previous solar, renewables or closely related electrical experienceHave a good technical understanding of solar PV and/or electrical systemsBe commercially aware and comfortable developing new businessBuild strong, long-term relationships with clients rather than focusing purely on quick salesBe confident preparing quotations and presenting proposalsHave strong organisational and project management skillsBe comfortable coordinating subcontract labour and working closely with installersBe prepared to visit sites and remain involved throughout project deliveryHave a strong focus on customer service and reputationHold a full UK driving licenceBe able to obtain the required security clearanceThe roleYou’ll take responsibility for the solar business unit from initial opportunity through to successful project delivery.Your responsibilities will include:Developing relationships with new and existing commercial and residential clientsWorking alongside the central BDM to develop incoming opportunitiesIdentifying additional opportunities and helping build the solar pipelineAttending client meetings and site visitsUsing manufacturer-specific software to design solar PV systems and prepare quotationsConducting site surveys and preparing tailored proposalsPresenting proposals to clients, both in person and onlineNegotiating contracts and pricing with support from the Technical DirectorOverseeing solar PV projects from design and procurement through to installation and commissioningCoordinating materials, subcontract labour and installersWorking closely with administration to ensure MCS and other reporting requirements are metKeeping clients updated throughout their projects and resolving any issuesEnsuring relevant health & safety and regulatory requirements are metIdentifying potential risks or delays and dealing with them before they become problemsKeeping up to date with developments within the solar marketThis is a great opportunity for someone who wants more ownership than a traditional solar sales or project role.You’ll have the freedom to help shape and grow the division, while having the technical, administrative, business development and financial support of an established company behind you.If you’re commercially minded, technically credible and like being involved from the first client conversation right through to seeing a successful installation completed, we’d like to hear from you.
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