Project Manager – Renewable Energy

Join one of Europe's leading green-tech consultancies as a Project Manager delivering Solar PV, BESS and EV infrastructure projects across major commercial real estate portfolios.

About Syzygy

Syzygy is one of Europe's leading green tech consultancies, helping the commercial real estate sector deploy the renewable energy and low-carbon technologies needed to reach Net Zero. We specialise in solar PV, battery storage and EV charging infrastructure, delivering solutions that balance sustainability goals with commercial performance.

Trusted by clients such as abrdn, Segro, GLP, British Land and Landsec, we combine technical excellence with strategic insight to unlock value across real estate portfolios. With 1,500+ projects delivered and a growing base of operational assets under management, we don't just advise on change - we make it happen.

Our vision is to enable our clients to harness the full potential of green technologies in the fight against climate change, driving measurable impact across the built environment.

What We Do

Consultancy
– Strategic energy advice, portfolio assessments, feasibility studies and business case development that help clients make informed decisions.

Project & Programme Delivery
– End-to-end project management from grid and planning to design, tendering and construction oversight, ensuring smooth delivery at every stage.

Asset Management
– Performance monitoring and reporting for nearly 200 solar and EV assets, ensuring long-term reliability, optimisation and transparency.

Project Manager, Delivery

Main Purpose of the Role:

As a Project Manager within Syzygy's Delivery team, you will take end-to-end responsibility for delivering renewable energy projects of all sizes, focusing specifically on the Delivery stages from Procurement through to Practical Completion. You will ensure projects meet client objectives, are delivered on time and on budget, and achieve exceptional standards of quality, safety and performance. A key part of the role is ensuring full compliance with Syzygy's internal processes, systems and corporate policies.

Key Accountabilities:

Project Delivery

You will lead the delivery of renewable energy projects through the construction phase, taking ownership of all activities from contractor tendering and procurement to commissioning, handover and completion. Responsibilities include:

Tendering & Procurement

• Developing tailored procurement strategies that align with client and project needs.
• Preparing Invitations to Tender and full Contract Packs, including Employer's Requirements.
• Working with clients and their solicitors to agree the appropriate form of contract, negotiate amendments and secure contract award.
• Evaluating tender responses, producing clear tender evaluation reports and making informed recommendations.
• Managing the production and ongoing development of Employer's Requirements and construction contracts.

Contract Administration

Acting as Employer's Agent or Contract Administrator, including:

• Managing contractor performance and day-to-day contract administration.
• Issuing instructions, reviewing valuations and administering payment processes.
• Managing variations, change control and extension-of-time assessments.
• Overseeing snagging, defects resolution, commissioning and handover (coordinating with the Asset Management team where required).
• Managing Practical Completion and the full Defects Liability Period.
• Ensuring all completion, certification and documentation processes are followed.

Project Management & Governance

• Delivering projects to agreed time, cost, quality and safety targets.
• Maintaining accurate, detailed project records for audit and contract administration purposes.
• Leading key project meetings, including preparation of agendas, chairing meetings and issuing minutes.
• Ensuring all project activities follow Syzygy's systems, processes and H&S requirements.

Reporting

You will operate as part of the Project Delivery Team, reporting to the Associate Director or Head of Project Delivery, and working collaboratively with colleagues across Development, Asset Management and wider business functions.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential

• Degree-educated in a relevant discipline.
• Experience delivering on-site projects within renewables, construction, engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of Solar PV, BESS, and associated technologies.
• Knowledge of grid applications and connection processes.
• Proven experience administering construction or engineering contracts (JCT, ICE, FIDIC, NEC).
• Full UK driving licence and ability to work within the UK.

Desirable

• Client account management experience.
• Working towards or holding a relevant professional qualification (APM, RICS, CIOB etc).
• Experience working in EU markets and/or the ability to speak a European language.

Personal Attributes

We're looking for someone who embodies the Syzygy mindset:

• A self-starter who takes ownership and delivers.
• Builds trusted relationships with clients, contractors and colleagues.
• Communicates clearly and confidently.
• Strong analytical, qualitative and quantitative skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and practical judgement.
• Commercially aware and risk-savvy.
• Humble, collaborative and willing to roll up their sleeves.
• Curious, innovative and always looking to improve processes.
• A doer — someone who enjoys making things happen and seeing results.

If you don't tick every box, don't hesitate to apply. We'd love to explore how your experience aligns with this role or other opportunities within our team.

Syzygy Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.