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Head of Projects

Posted 10 December 2023
Salary £110,000
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & InfrastructureSustainability
ReferenceCBLI-1JUL23
Contact NameCordelia Barker

Job description

Head of Projects

The Green Recruitment Company have partnered with an exciting, cleantech innovator, striving to achieve net-zero through energy software & energy storage products – allowing SMEs to engage in the green energy transition, while also saving money!

Following PE-backing and rapid growth last year, our client is currently searching for an experienced Project Leader, to play a vital role in the business’ continued success through overseeing the delivery of a range of projects by leading a full project lifecycle.

Location: London, Hybrid

Salary: £110,000

Responsibilities:

  • Project Development: Leadership to support the first execution of an Energy as a Service contract and then developing the procurement and project strategy to enable scale.

  • Strong financial management skills, including experience in forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting, to ensure the successful execution of projects within allocated resources and financial targets.

  • Manage a growing portfolio of over 40 projects from initiation to completion. Develop project plans, establish milestones, and monitor progress to ensure timely delivery.

  • Knowledge and understanding of EPC contracting organisations and how to best contracting strategies to maximise profitability while minimising risk.

  • Protecting the company’s bottom line while balancing repeat business through key customer accounts.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, manufacturing, product and technology teams, to ensure alignment and successful project implementation.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

  • Experience in delivering a portfolio of £15M+ projects in multiple geographies, preferably in the energy storage or renewable energy industry.

  • Strong knowledge of programme management and cost control, scheduling and relevant tools/data.

  • Understanding of industry regulations and energy storage technologies.

  • Understanding of manufacturing supply chain, management of EPC contractors and logistics experience.