Job Description

At Natural Power, we have been pioneers of positive renewable change for 25 years. If you're looking for a job in the renewable energy industry, we could be just the place to advance your career.


As we continue to grow, we are now seeking to strengthen our Construction team with a

BESS Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager

at either our

Glasgow

or

Stirling

locations on a office-based, hybrid or remote basis.


The Energy Storage team sits within the Construction Team and comprises a professional and passionate group of engineers and subject matter experts supporting our clients through the development, financing, construction and operations of large-scale storage projects. We operate in a cooperative, supportive and open manner and support all staff in developing to their full potential. The team also sits within the Advisory department which works across all main renewable energy technologies, and there will be opportunities to work on hybrid projects involving multiple technologies.


The primary focus of the Energy Storage team is the UK market, but we also collaborate with our colleagues in Ireland, France, Italy, the Nordics and the US where relevant.


Safety is always our priority, and we are proud to include specialist safety consultants in our team. By providing a range of CDM and project safety services we are able to instil best practice to all our construction sites. Our engineering team comprises experts in civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental and geotechnical engineering, they can make a project run more effectively and act as on-site representatives if required.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

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The focus of the role is to deliver consultancy services in relation to procurement, construction and commissioning of grid-scale energy storage systems. This is a rapidly growing business area for Natural Power alongside our wind and solar activities. The role sits within a wider team of energy storage technology and market experts and will involve a combination of desk-based and site-based work. Experience with energy storage projects is preferred, but we also encourage candidates with a strong background in construction for wind, solar or other energy generation technologies to apply.


Supporting pre-construction and construction phase services for energy storage projects, drawing on expertise from the wider team where required. A typical scope could involve assisting with the specification and procurement of a client's energy storage scheme or acting as Resident Engineer, or Project Manager for a project during the construction and commissioning phase.

Assisting clients and colleagues with technical and design queries. Preparing specifications or Employer's Requirements for an energy storage scheme. Assisting clients and colleagues with supplier and contractor negotiations for BESS, BoP or EPC contracts. Preparing reports to monitor construction progress and quality. Interacting proactively with colleagues, clients, contractors and other project stakeholders (e.g. grid), demonstrating the ability to manage complex and challenging renewable energy projects. Delivering assigned tasks on time and within budget. Contributing to internal knowledge sharing initiatives.

This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.


We will offer an engaging, collaborative and fast-paced environment alongside an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave, flexible working, employee assistance programme, personal insurances, health plans, discounts and salary sacrifice options.


Natural Power is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.


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