Electrical Project Manager - Solar Farm Projects

An industry-leading company in the renewable energy sector is looking for an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead large-scale solar farm projects.

This is a key hands-on role for a professional who combines strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and excellent communication skills. You will act as the central link connecting developers/clients, design teams, electrical contractors, equipment suppliers, utility grid stakeholders, and site teams. 

• Manage the electrical delivery of utility-scale solar farm projects from mobilisation through to energisation, commissioning, and handover.


• Act as the primary electrical interface between the company, developers/clients, design consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers, leading all coordination and progress meetings.


• Coordinate electrical works with the overall construction programme, ensuring close integration across civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical activities.


• Manage electrical and specialist contractors to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently, and in strict accordance with project specifications.


• Oversee the installation of core electrical infrastructure, including DC cabling, LV/MV systems, inverters, transformers, substations, switchgear, earthing, SCADA, and grid connections.


• Build strong client relationships, communicate risks and technical challenges early, and manage expectations while protecting the company's commercial position.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent recognised electrical/engineering qualification.


• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in electrical construction, renewable energy


• Previous experience managing electrical packages or projects within the solar PV, renewable energy or power infrastructure sector is highly desirable.


• Strong understanding of utility-scale solar farm electrical systems.


• Good knowledge of LV and MV electrical systems, transformers, switchgear, cabling, earthing and associated electrical infrastructure.


• Experience with substations, grid connections, SCADA/communications and commissioning would be highly advantageous.


• Demonstrated ability to manage electrical subcontractors and specialist contractors.


• Valid driving licence