Pershing Consultants
Senior Construction Manager | Solar & BESS
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This is a remote position.
Location: UK Wide | Site-Based, Hybrid & Flexible Opportunities
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Pershing Consultants is a specialist project management consultancy supporting the development and delivery of critical energy and infrastructure projects across the UK.
Due to continued growth across our Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) portfolio, we are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to join our expanding team.
Working alongside leading renewable energy developers, investors, and contractors, you will play a key role in delivering utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects through construction, commissioning, and operational handover.
This is an opportunity to join a growing consultancy with an expanding pipeline of projects and the flexibility to work remotely, whilst remaining closely connected to project sites and clients across the UK.
We welcome applications from both permanent employees and experienced contractors.
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Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered unless the agency has been explicitly directed to act on behalf of Pershing Consultants. At this stage, there is only one agency instructed on this role and they will explain they are representing us exclusively. If you have been approached by an agency for this role that hasn’t been instructed by us, then please note that your application will not be considered unless you apply to this position directly.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Construction Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:
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- Leading the construction delivery of utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects on behalf of our clients
- Acting as the Client Representative or Owner's Engineer during construction
- Managing EPC contractors, Principal Contractors, and multidisciplinary delivery teams
- Taking ownership of programme, cost, quality, and construction risk throughout project delivery
- Coordinating engineering, procurement, commercial, and construction activities to achieve project objectives
- Managing project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communications
- Administering construction contracts, change control, and commercial matters
- Ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations, health and safety requirements, and project governance standards
- Leading commissioning, energisation, and operational handover activities
- Building trusted relationships with developers, investors, contractors, and supply chain partners
- Mentoring junior project professionals and contributing to the continued growth of the business
Requirements
We would particularly like to hear from professionals with experience gained within:
- Renewable Energy Developers and Asset Owners
- EPC Contractors
- Engineering Consultancies
- Project Management Consultancies
- Owner's Engineer Organisations
- Independent Power Producers (IPPs)
We welcome applications from individuals involved in the delivery of utility-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects, particularly:
- Solar PV
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Grid Infrastructure
- High Voltage Electrical Infrastructure
- Renewable Energy Construction
To be successful in this role you should be able to demonstrate:
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- Significant experience managing the construction delivery of large-scale renewable energy or infrastructure projects
- Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing contractor performance
- A detailed understanding of Solar PV and/or BESS construction and commissioning
- Excellent knowledge of construction health and safety, CDM Regulations, and construction governance
- Commercial awareness with experience managing project budgets, contracts, and programme performance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A collaborative, pragmatic, and solutions-focused approach to project delivery
Benefits
At Pershing Consultants, we believe our people are fundamental to our success.
We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Performance incentives and bonuses
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, where project requirements allow
- Exposure to and responsibility to lead major energy infrastructure projects across the UK
- Opportunities to work with leading developers, investors, and contractors
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- A collaborative and people-focused culture
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If you're an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager looking to help deliver the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system, we'd like to hear from you.
Submit your CV and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how your experience could support our growing portfolio of Solar, BESS, and wider energy infrastructure projects.
Applications from both permanent employees and experienced contractors are welcomed.
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