Construction Manager - Solar EPC

Company & Entity: Fuse Energy

Role: Construction Manager

Location: UK based

About Us:

Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy - fast. We're combining first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system. We raised $170M from top-tier investors including Multicoin, Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, Box Group and strategic angels like Nico Rosberg, the Co-Founder of Solana and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify, Uber and more.

We’re creating a fully integrated energy company: from developing solar, wind and hydrogen projects to real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass on savings to customers.

But we’re not stopping there. We’re also building the Energy Network: a decentralised platform of smart devices that rewards users in Energy Dollars for electrifying their homes, shifting usage to off-peak hours, and helping balance the grid. This network strengthens grid stability - a critical foundation for scaling AI data centers and other energy-intensive industries.

Purpose:

The Construction Manager will lead all construction activities across multiple utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK.

This role will manage the construction department, ensuring seamless project execution, safety, and quality control across all sites. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, and cross-functional teams to ensure the successful and timely completion of all solar projects while continuously seeking opportunities for cost savings and process improvement.

This position reports to the Head of Projects.

Responsibilities we will trust you with

Construction Leadership & Management

• Lead construction across multiple utility-scale solar and BESS projects in the UK
• Align delivery with scope, schedule, and contractual requirements
• Support and guide Project and Site Managers
• Drive consistent standards across all sites and contractors

Project Delivery

• Support projects from mobilisation through to commissioning
• Run subcontractor and site meetings to track progress and performance
• Monitor timelines, identify risks, and implement mitigation actions
• Ensure coordination across engineering, procurement, and construction

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the link between construction, engineering, QA/QC, HSE, and procurement
• Ensure clear communication across all stakeholders
• Resolve technical and operational issues during delivery
• Maintain alignment between design and on-site execution

Planning, Reporting & Governance

• Report on progress, risks, and key milestones to senior management
• Track permitting, procurement, and site performance
• Support board/investor reporting
• Maintain accurate project documentation

Site Oversight & Quality

• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and compliance
• Review construction methodologies and sequencing
• Ensure QA/QC standards are met across all projects
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery performance

HSE & Compliance

• Enforce QHSE standards across all sites
• Oversee audits and ensure regulatory compliance
• Address non-compliance and implement corrective actions
• Promote a strong safety culture

Cost & Performance Optimisation

• Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities
• Support subcontractor performance optimisation
• Ensure effective resource allocation across projects

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• 7–10+ years of experience in construction within the renewable energy sector, with a strong focus on utility-scale solar and BESS projects
• Proven leadership experience managing EPC teams and external consultants
• Track record of delivering large-scale solar projects through to energisation
• Strong understanding of EPC delivery models and contractor management
• Experience managing multi-site construction across concurrent projects
• Strong knowledge of HSE, QA/QC, and construction compliance standards
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams across EPC functions
• Ability to interpret technical construction documentation and execution plans
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

As a person:

• Strategic mindset with strong commercial awareness
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on technical levels
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable operating in a high-growth environment