Senior Project Manager

7 months ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom EQUANS Full time

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We have a great opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to oversee major renewable EPC projects across the UK. We design, install, commission and operate large scale solar PV farms for our clients. Supplying renewable energy from solar power plants enables local communities to reduce costs and reduce their carbon footprint.

Alongside our solar farm projects we are involved in delivering a wide range of energy solutions to secure a more sustainable future.

Please note that when working away from home you will be provided with hotel accommodation and additional expenses whilst working away from home. The postholder will also have access to a company vehicle.

Key Activities:

To oversee a number of renewable energy projects (Solar PV & Energy Storage) ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, to budget and with high levels of client satisfaction To run the contract from handover to final completion (completion of Defects Liability Period), including preparation of the SHEQ Plan. To take control of the fire risk assessment plan, traffic management plan and project risk assessments Ensuring that all work is carried out to contract specifications with regard to the quality of work, time scales, costs and is authorised and documented in accordance with company procedures  Planning resource appropriately to ensure maximum utilisation of human resource (including travel costs and time) and minimise cost of materials and equipment to provide a cost-effective service  Ensuring that all members of staff directly or indirectly employed under your direction carry out their duties in a safe manner, in compliance to the companies Health and Safety Policy and in particular that of any site specific risk assessment  Being responsible for the consistent project delivery including robust, high-quality services through management of the operational teams  Implementing corporate strategies, especially in the context of financial performance (profitability, overhead minimisation, positive cash flow, improved financial ratios, etc.)  Being responsible for contractual performance in line with approved budgets, key performance indicators, performance monitoring systems, output specifications and contractual requirements  Attend senior management meetings and client meetings as Project lead Effectively managing supply chain to the project in a cost-effective way  Building and maintaining partnership relationships with the client representatives and managers  Recruiting, developing, and motivating operational staff to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and customer service and efficient delivery

Skills, qualifications & experience: 

Previous project management experience within utility-scale ground mounted solar PV  Experience in reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes Previous exposure to H&S, budget and programme responsibility Qualified at HNC level; relevant industry training (SMSTS, CDM, IOSH) Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deal with client, supply chain and employees Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to multi-task  Flexible approach to working, willing to travel; full driving licence

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

Generous holiday allowance Private health care Flexible working opportunities Pension Company share scheme Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Employee assistance programme (Private GP Appointments, Legal support, Counselling) Non contractual bonus

Who are we?

EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly , employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS 13, UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

Whats next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans were committed to delivering a culture where everyones voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans youll find a welcoming and open workplace where youre supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. Youll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young ProfessionalsNetwork) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.



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