Contract / Project Manager (Solar PV)

Acorn by Synergie is working in partnership with a family run, civil engineering & facilities management company, focused on the oil, gas & renewables sectors, and specialising in site maintenance, construction projects and facility shutdown support. They are looking for a Contract / Project Manager for their solar division based in Milford Haven.

The Contract Manager will join a small Civil Engineering and Solar Maintenance Team in their head office in Milford Haven. The primary responsibility will be;

• Prepare contract tenders for new and existing projects in the Solar sector of the business, working closely with other Contract Managers, Quantity Surveyors and supplier/sub-contractor partners.
• On the successful award of each contract, the Contract Manager will be accountable for the mobilisation of labour, plant and equipment to the respective sites
• Manage the purchase and delivery of equipment and materials required in the execution of the works.
• Oversee the safe execution of the works and the timely handover and demobilisation.
• Prepare level 3 schedule for the works and monitor progress against it.
• Be the main point of contact on all technical and commercial matters with each client and will be required to visit each site on a periodic basis to ensure compliance with the specifications and standards.
• Ensure contracts are executed safely, on time and within schedule

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a background in the solar sector with extensive experience in a similar role and ideally have prior experience with solar farm construction.

Must have demonstrated commitment to health and safety protocols in the construction industry. While an engineering degree would be advantageous, it is not mandatory for this role.

Candidate will have strong project management skills with experience in managing multiple simultaneous projects with a proven track record in leadership. This role will require excellent communication and people management skills and have the ability to effectively communicate at all levels in the client and company organisation.

Candidate will be familiar with project planning and programming software such as MS Projects and have prior experience in preparing project quotations working collaboratively with company Quantity Surveyors.

Given the nature of the solar business, project sites are located right across the UK and therefore the successful candidate must be prepared for extensive travel, particularly during site establishment and set up.

If you are an experienced Contracts / Project Manager with a background in the solar industry, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where your contributions will shape the company's future.

Apply online with your CV attached or contact our construction division at Acorn on (phone number removed)

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