Operations Manager

Operations Manager – Solar PV/BESS Department: Operations | Location: Hybrid (UK) About the Role We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of commercial solar PV and battery storage installations. You will own the full project lifecycle, managing relationships with EPCs, distributors, landlords, tenants, local authorities, and grid operators. This is a hands-on, technically engaged role that requires excellent coordination, stakeholder management skills and a deep understanding of the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities Build and maintain healthy EPC relationships Select and appoint EPCs from an approved pool for each project. Validate and onboard new EPCs, assessing capability and compliance. Review and negotiate designs & costs with EPCs, OEMs and/or distributors.

Manage delivery of high-quality designs and installations Manage the design process with the appointed EPC, including: Ensuring alignment with client specifications. Coordinating on-site visits and reviewing site survey reports. Liaising with client insurance providers to ensure design compliance.

Manage cross-site tracking to ensure alignment across all stakeholder organizations and ensure smooth and timely project delivery Coordinate structural surveys with engineering firms, managing implications of reports to designs and costs Coordinate installation planning with EPCs and on-site teams, including scheduling, area clearances, and shutdown windows. Set documentation requirements for EPCs (e.g. PAC tests, weekly progress reports, invoicing documentation).

Troubleshoot on-site issues including contractor conflicts, procurement delays, and programme slippage. Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety requirements throughout the installation phase. Ensure projects are grid and planning ready Prepare and submit grid connection applications; manage ongoing communications with the grid operator and EPC.

Prepare and submit planning applications; manage the planning process with local authorities through to approval. Skills & Attributes Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across different stages and sub-contractors. Strong communicator able to engage effectively with sub-contractors, clients, landlords, tenants, DNOs and local authorities.

Commercial mindset with experience reviewing and challenging quotes and costs. Meticulous attention to detail and compliance. Proactive problem-solver with a calm, practical approach to on-site challenges.

Experience & Qualifications 5+ years of experience in an operations role within solar PV, battery storage, or adjacent renewable energy / construction sectors. Proven track record of delivering multi-site or multi-project programmes on time and on budget. Experience managing contractor and supplier relationships, including tendering and commercial negotiation.

Familiarity with HSEQ standards and requirements for construction and installation projects. Comfortable working with technical documentation including design reports, structural assessments, and grid applications. What We Offer A collaborative, fast-moving environment with real ownership and responsibility.

Hybrid (UK based) working environment. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Equity/options in the company, enabling you to share in the long-term success you help create.

The opportunity to play a central role in the UK's transition to clean energy.