Energy Project Manager (Battery Storage, Solar PV, and High Voltage Projects)

Salary: Circa £55,000pa + Multiple Company Benefits

Join Our Team

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for renewable energy? Do you have a track record of successfully delivering battery storage, solar PV, and high-voltage (HV) projects? If so, we want to hear from you!

About Us

Hopkins is a leader in delivering cutting-edge renewable energy solutions. We specialise in battery storage systems, solar PV installations, and high-voltage infrastructure, driving the clean energy transition. As part of our growing team, we are looking for a dedicated Project Manager to lead our ambitious projects from inception to completion.

The Role

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of battery storage and solar PV projects, ensuring successful delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. You will also play a key role in managing high-voltage infrastructure projects, including substations and grid connections.

What You'll Be Doing

• Project Planning & Management: Develop and implement detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, and budgets.
• Delivery of Battery Storage and Solar PV Projects: Oversee the design, construction, and commissioning of sites, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• High Voltage Market Expertise: Manage HV infrastructure projects, working closely with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and key stakeholders.
• Risk and Compliance: Identify and mitigate project risks while ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, fostering strong relationships.
• Reporting & Communication: Provide regular updates to senior management and clients, maintaining accurate project documentation.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in managing and delivering battery storage and solar PV projects.
• Extensive knowledge of high-voltage infrastructure, including grid connections and substations.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy systems and electrical infrastructure.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Experience working with DNOs and understanding of grid compliance requirements.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A proactive problem-solver with great attention to detail.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field (preferred).
• Professional project management certifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) are highly desirable.
• Health & Safety certifications (e.g., SMSTS, NEBOSH) are a plus.

Our commitment to you

As a key member of our team you will be encouraged to develop yourself further using all the tools made available to you by the business. As our inhouse HR team will work alongside you and your line manager to develop a bespoke develop plan that is tailored to your needs.

Company Benefits

We also offer a host of benefits across our business, including

• Flexible Holiday Scheme
• Onsite Gym
• Flexible Working
• Staff Social Events
• Time off to commit to charity work and good causes
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Company Contribution towards Eye Welfare
• Employer Assistance Programme that goes above and beyond

Be yourself

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Hopkins, we believe everyone is capable of achieving great things - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We celebrate difference and everything that makes our colleagues unique.

To make your journey with us accessible and individual to you, we encourage you to let us know if you'd like a little extra help with your application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team.