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Job Description

Faststream are working with an innovative offshore renewable technology company who are looking to recruit a highly experienced Project Manager to join the business and lead on the development of small scale renewable energy projects for the demonstration of their technology. The successful candidate will work closely with both the team and stakeholders to bring these projects to fruition.

The Role:
  • Utilise proven project management techniques to control schedule, costs, and to manage risk and change.
  • Develop, communicate and maintain project plans and schedules.
  • Develop and maintain resource and recruitment plans.
  • Lead project risk and opportunity management processes.
  • Proactively address project, schedule, budget and development issues with the project team.
  • Clearly report all aspects of project status to the Senior Management Team.
  • Work with the Financial Controller to manage project budgets, procurement and contracts.
  • Engage with contractors to develop plans, work packages and contracts for prototype construction, commissioning, installation and operation.
The Person: 
  • A strong background in project management (5 years minimum). Project management qualifications desirable.
  • Chartership with a recognised engineering institution also desirable.
  • A track record in successfully managing the delivery and implementing established techniques to achieve successful project outcomes in similar renewable energy projects (ideally Wind/Wave/Tidal).
  • Experience in supplier and contractor management.
  • Experience in the project management of health and safety (CDM and occupational health and safety) and environmental matters.
  • Good understanding of the design and development process.
  • Willingness to travel for short or medium term in UK as required and work flexibly, sometimes outside of normal working hours to satisfy the requirements of the role.
  • Proficient in English, both spoken and written.
  • Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
  • Valid UK Driving License.