Project Manager - BESS (Fixed Term Contract)
Core
Lead end-to-end delivery of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from financial close through construction, commissioning, and handover to Asset Management.
Role type
Senior Project Manager (Utility-scale Energy Infrastructure)
Builds
Utility-scale BESS projects (33kV/132kV substations, grid transformers, SCADA) for Masdar's centralised BESS Delivery vertical
Domain
Renewable Energy / Battery Energy Storage Systems / Grid Integration
Required skills
Programme management, Cost control, Contract administration (EPC/BoP), Risk management, Grid code compliance, Stakeholder management, Technical integration oversight, HSE compliance
Preferred skills
APM PMQ / PRINCE2, SMSTS, 5–10 years utility-scale energy infrastructure experience, BESS project experience, HV substation experience, EPC contract administration
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, QHSE software, SCADA systems
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of assigned BESS project(s) through construction and commissioning; Administer EPC/BoP/BESS contracts and assess variations; Maintain detailed oversight of baseline vs actual programme; Oversee commissioning strategy and energisation readiness; Produce structured monthly reports covering Programme, Commercial status, Risk, and HSE; Ensure compliance with UK CDM Regulations and grid operator requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
