HV Project Manager

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a leading utility-scale renewable energy business to recruit an HV Project Manager (HV SAP) for its hybrid UK-based operations, with office attendance required twice per month in Berkshire.

The HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role comes with a salary up to £60k plus additional on-call remuneration, hybrid working, ongoing training and development, and a comprehensive benefits package.

If you're an experienced HV Project Manager or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) looking to work for an organisation at the forefront of the UK's renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today

Responsibilities and duties of the HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role

Reporting to the HV Services Manager you will:

• Manage HV remedial works and fault rectification across a nationwide portfolio of renewable energy assets.
• Act as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP), controlling and carrying out HV switching operations on solar and battery energy storage sites.
• Review and approve switching schedules, permits and RAMS.
• Manage and coordinate HV subcontractors, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
• Mentor and support the development of internal HV Authorised Persons.
• Work closely with portfolio management teams to coordinate remedial works and project delivery.
• Develop and implement HV best practice, processes and continual improvements.
• Carry out quality inspections, audits and safety reviews.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and clients.
• Participate in the out-of-hours HV Control Engineer rota (1 week in 3), with additional remuneration

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Current HV Senior Authorised Person (SAP) authorisation would be an advantage
• Extensive experience working on high-voltage electrical networks.
• Strong HV background (HV AP/SAP).
• Experience managing HV contractors and remedial projects.
• Sound knowledge of Distribution Safety Rules (DSRs), ESQCR and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Competent using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and MS Project

The HV Project Manager (HV SAP) role would suit someone who is:

• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• A strong problem solver with excellent technical judgement.
• An effective communicator with clients, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.

• Salary £60k DoE
• Additional on-call allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Comprehensive company benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a growing portfolio of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects.

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