Project Manager – BESS, Fixed Term Contract

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

👷‍♀️ Project Manager

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Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company)

WebsiteLinkedInAll Job Openings

501 - 1000 employees

Founded 2006

💼 Consulting

🏗️ Construction

🏭 Manufacturing

💰 Debt Financing on 2024-05

Consulting • Construction • Manufacturing

Masdar (Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company) is a clean energy pioneer based in the UAE, dedicated to advancing renewable energy projects globally. The company focuses on sustainable initiatives, including utility-scale solar and wind projects, green hydrogen development, and low-carbon urban solutions, aiming to position the UAE at the forefront of the worldwide energy transition. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Masdar supports over 40 countries in meeting their net-zero targets, driving innovative partnerships and initiatives for a greener future.

📋 Description

• Lead end-to-end delivery of assigned utility-scale BESS projects through construction and commissioning • Act as Client Representative under EPC and BoP contracts • Ensure compliance with programmes, technical specifications, Employer’s Requirements and grid connection agreements • Manage Principal Contractor performance under UK CDM Regulations • Coordinate civil, electrical BoP, HV, BESS integrator and ICP interfaces • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies • Escalate critical issues with defined recovery plans • Administer EPC, BoP and BESS contracts in accordance with Delegation of Authority • Review and challenge contractor payment applications • Assess variations, compensation events and claims • Monitor contingency drawdown and forecast final costs • Maintain oversight of baseline versus actual programme and protect the critical path • Implement risk registers with RAG status and coordinate contractor early-warning mechanisms • Oversee detailed design development and technical compliance • Manage integration of BESS containers and PCS, 33kV/132kV substations, grid transformers, protection and control schemes, SCADA, communications and cyber-security requirements • Ensure grid-code compliance and witness FAT/SAT where required • Oversee commissioning strategy and energisation readiness • Coordinate interfaces with Asset Management • Validate performance testing and contractual guarantees • Secure complete and compliant handover documentation • Produce structured monthly reports covering programme, commercial status, risk, HSE and key decisions required • Ensure compliance with Masdar governance, audit and procurement processes • Contribute to continuous improvement of BESS Delivery standards • Ensure compliance with UK CDM Regulations, grid operator requirements, environmental and planning conditions, and Masdar QHSE standards • Promote a strong safety culture across project activities

🎯 Requirements

• Applicants should be UK based and already have the right to work in the UK • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline • APM PMQ / PRINCE2 / equivalent desirable • SMSTS or equivalent construction qualification preferred • 5–10 years’ experience delivering utility-scale energy infrastructure • Direct experience in BESS projects • Experience with HV substations (33kV–132kV+) • Experience with EPC contract administration • Experience with grid-connected assets • Experience working under UK CDM regulations • Strong exposure to electrical BoP and OEM integration • Strong commercial acumen • Advanced programme management capability • Ability to challenge EPC/OEM contractors effectively • Structured risk management approach • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to operate in a fast-paced multi-project environment • High degree of professional resilience • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills • Ability to facilitate knowledge transfer to field management • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, specifically managing digitalisation and data analytics • Proactive and results-oriented approach • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant QHSE software, such as environmental management systems software

🏖️ Benefits

• Full-time fixed-term contract • Remote work available • Opportunity to work on utility-scale renewable energy and BESS projects • Professional development through contribution to continuous improvement of BESS Delivery standards • Knowledge transfer and collaboration across project teams