Beautiful Recruitment
Our client is a national multi-service provider delivering electrical, drainage, pumping and lighting solutions across the UK. The Group is rapidly expanding and includes a dedicated Renewables Team delivering end-to-end low-carbon solutions for commercial, industrial and public sector clients. The Renewables Team delivers: • Solar PV design & installation (roof and ground mount) • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) • EV charging infrastructure (commercial and fleet) • Grid connections and power upgrades (LV/HV via delivery partners) • Operations & maintenance (O&M), monitoring and performance optimisation • Energy efficiency and compliance-led electrical works supporting decarbonisation This Contracts Manager (Renewables) role is central to ensuring excellent customer experience, strong commercial control, and effective coordination between clients, delivery teams and project managers. Home locations to include Kent, Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, Luton, Cambridgeshire & Essex Location: Office-based with hybrid working and regular travel to client sites across the UK. The role of a Contracts Manager To own the day-to-day commercial and customer management of renewables contracts, ensuring accurate quoting, timely resolution of escalations, and clear communication between customers, the delivery team and project managers. The Contracts Manager will act as a trusted advisor to existing clients, identifying and developing organic opportunities that improve asset performance, reduce risk and expand Metcor s scope of work. Main duties Manage a portfolio of renewables clients, acting as the primary point of contact for commercial and operational queries. Produce and issue quotations for variations, remedials, additional works and lifecycle upgrades (PV, BESS, EV, electrical enabling works). Coordinate internally with project managers, engineering, procurement and subcontractors to build technically accurate and commercially robust quotes. Own escalation management: investigate issues, agree corrective actions, and ensure clear and timely communication to customers. Ensure smooth handover from quote to delivery, including scope, programme, access requirements, H&S documentation and customer expectations. Monitor contract performance (financial and operational), supporting governance, reporting and action tracking. Identify and develop organic growth opportunities within existing accounts, positioning Metcor as a trusted advisor. Support pricing strategy and margin protection by maintaining accurate cost build-ups, risk/assumption registers and approval workflows. Maintain accurate CRM and contract records, ensuring all client communications, quotes and actions are auditable and traceable. Essentials Proven experience in a contracts management, commercial, or account management role within renewables, M&E, electrical, utilities or FM environments. Strong track record producing accurate, timely quotations, managing variations/change control and supporting prompt invoicing/close-out. Excellent stakeholder management skills, confident handling customer and supplier escalations and resolving issues professionally. Strong commercial awareness: understanding of margins, risk, scope control, contractual obligations and performance reporting. Experience collaborating with delivery teams and project managers to manage programmes, access/outages, dependencies and customer expectations. Disciplined documentation and record keeping (contract files, quotes, approvals, meeting notes, action logs) with audit-ready standards. Competent with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook) and CRM systems. Full UK driving licence. Technical requirements Working knowledge of renewables project and O&M activities (e.g., PV, BESS, EV) and typical operational, warranty and compliance considerations. Understanding of contract delivery models and commercial terms (scope, assumptions, exclusions, SLAs/KPIs, variations and change control). Confidence reviewing technical reports and translating findings into customer actions (e.g., remedials, lifecycle replacement, optimisation upgrades). Experience coordinating subcontractors/suppliers (rates, scope, performance, and resolution of defects/issues). Working knowledge of site documentation and safe systems of work (RAMS, permits, site inductions, incident reporting) as applicable. Desirable: familiarity with common forms of contract (e.g., NEC / JCT / FIDIC) and principles of early warnings, compensation/change events, and dispute avoidance. Training & Certifications Contract and commercial management training (formal or on-the-job). Customer service and escalation management training. QHSE training (RAMS awareness, incident reporting, and safe systems of work). Desirable: NEC/JCT/FIDIC short course and/or renewables awareness training (PV / BESS / EV / O&M). Key Responsibilities 1. Customer & Account Management Be the day-to-day contact for a defined portfolio of renewables customers, managing expectations and service experience. Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders (operations, estates, energy, procurement) and maintain a clear communication cadence (updates, actions, and reporting). 2. Quoting, Variations & Commercial Control Prepare and submit quotations for additional works, remedials, call-off tasks and upgrades, ensuring clear scope, assumptions and exclusions. Secure internal approvals in line with delegated authority and protect margin through accurate cost build-ups. Maintain disciplined change control from quote to order to completion, ensuring variations are correctly recorded and invoicing-ready. 3. Escalations & Issue Resolution Own customer and supplier escalations end-to-end, coordinating investigations and corrective actions with project managers and delivery teams. Communicate clearly with clients on status, next steps, and timeframes; reset expectations where required. Capture lessons learned and implement preventative actions to reduce recurrence and protect client satisfaction. 4. Communication with Delivery Teams & Project Managers Ensure effective handover of scope, programme, constraints and customer requirements from commercial to delivery. Facilitate internal coordination and governance (actions, risks, and decisions) to keep works on track and communications consistent. Support project managers with customer-facing updates, documentation and contractual correspondence. 5. Organic Growth & Trusted Advisor Approach Proactively identify opportunities within existing contracts (e.g., remedials, lifecycle replacements, additional sites, monitoring improvements, capacity upgrades). Use client insight, performance data and operational feedback to propose value-led solutions and new scopes of work. Support renewals and retention by ensuring high-quality service, transparent communication and consistent delivery. Common requirements seen in UK Renewables Contract/Contracts Manager specifications End-to-end contract administration: maintaining accurate contract/job files, documentation for handover and invoicing, and auditable records of communications and actions. Strong customer and stakeholder management: interpreting requirements, providing clear updates, attending meetings, and maintaining long-term relationships. Escalation/complaints handling: ownership of issues through to resolution, with professional communication and clear corrective actions. Change control and variations: disciplined management of changes from identification/notification through quotation, approval, delivery and commercial close-out. Supplier/subcontractor interface: coordinating performance, negotiating rates/terms where required, and resolving defects or delivery issues. Commercial and performance governance: tracking costs/margins, contract KPIs/SLAs, and producing routine performance reporting. Contract form awareness (often NEC/JCT/FIDIC depending on client type): understanding early warnings, change events/variations, and dispute avoidance principles. H&S and compliance documentation expectations: supporting safe systems of work (RAMS) and site/client requirements alongside delivery teams.
Our client is a national multi-service provider delivering electrical, drainage, pumping and lighting solutions across the UK. The Group is rapidly expanding and includes a dedicated Renewables Team delivering end-to-end low-carbon solutions for commercial, industrial and public sector clients. The Renewables Team delivers: • Solar PV design & installation (roof and ground mount) • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) • EV charging infrastructure (commercial and fleet) • Grid connections and power upgrades (LV/HV via delivery partners) • Operations & maintenance (O&M), monitoring and performance optimisation • Energy efficiency and compliance-led electrical works supporting decarbonisation This Contracts Manager (Renewables) role is central to ensuring excellent customer experience, strong commercial control, and effective coordination between clients, delivery teams and project managers. Home locations to include Kent, Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, Luton, Cambridgeshire & Essex Location: Office-based with hybrid working and regular travel to client sites across the UK. The role of a Contracts Manager To own the day-to-day commercial and customer management of renewables contracts, ensuring accurate quoting, timely resolution of escalations, and clear communication between customers, the delivery team and project managers. The Contracts Manager will act as a trusted advisor to existing clients, identifying and developing organic opportunities that improve asset performance, reduce risk and expand Metcor s scope of work. Main duties Manage a portfolio of renewables clients, acting as the primary point of contact for commercial and operational queries. Produce and issue quotations for variations, remedials, additional works and lifecycle upgrades (PV, BESS, EV, electrical enabling works). Coordinate internally with project managers, engineering, procurement and subcontractors to build technically accurate and commercially robust quotes. Own escalation management: investigate issues, agree corrective actions, and ensure clear and timely communication to customers. Ensure smooth handover from quote to delivery, including scope, programme, access requirements, H&S documentation and customer expectations. Monitor contract performance (financial and operational), supporting governance, reporting and action tracking. Identify and develop organic growth opportunities within existing accounts, positioning Metcor as a trusted advisor. Support pricing strategy and margin protection by maintaining accurate cost build-ups, risk/assumption registers and approval workflows. Maintain accurate CRM and contract records, ensuring all client communications, quotes and actions are auditable and traceable. Essentials Proven experience in a contracts management, commercial, or account management role within renewables, M&E, electrical, utilities or FM environments. Strong track record producing accurate, timely quotations, managing variations/change control and supporting prompt invoicing/close-out. Excellent stakeholder management skills, confident handling customer and supplier escalations and resolving issues professionally. Strong commercial awareness: understanding of margins, risk, scope control, contractual obligations and performance reporting. Experience collaborating with delivery teams and project managers to manage programmes, access/outages, dependencies and customer expectations. Disciplined documentation and record keeping (contract files, quotes, approvals, meeting notes, action logs) with audit-ready standards. Competent with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook) and CRM systems. Full UK driving licence. Technical requirements Working knowledge of renewables project and O&M activities (e.g., PV, BESS, EV) and typical operational, warranty and compliance considerations. Understanding of contract delivery models and commercial terms (scope, assumptions, exclusions, SLAs/KPIs, variations and change control). Confidence reviewing technical reports and translating findings into customer actions (e.g., remedials, lifecycle replacement, optimisation upgrades). Experience coordinating subcontractors/suppliers (rates, scope, performance, and resolution of defects/issues). Working knowledge of site documentation and safe systems of work (RAMS, permits, site inductions, incident reporting) as applicable. Desirable: familiarity with common forms of contract (e.g., NEC / JCT / FIDIC) and principles of early warnings, compensation/change events, and dispute avoidance. Training & Certifications Contract and commercial management training (formal or on-the-job). Customer service and escalation management training. QHSE training (RAMS awareness, incident reporting, and safe systems of work). Desirable: NEC/JCT/FIDIC short course and/or renewables awareness training (PV / BESS / EV / O&M). Key Responsibilities 1. Customer & Account Management Be the day-to-day contact for a defined portfolio of renewables customers, managing expectations and service experience. Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders (operations, estates, energy, procurement) and maintain a clear communication cadence (updates, actions, and reporting). 2. Quoting, Variations & Commercial Control Prepare and submit quotations for additional works, remedials, call-off tasks and upgrades, ensuring clear scope, assumptions and exclusions. Secure internal approvals in line with delegated authority and protect margin through accurate cost build-ups. Maintain disciplined change control from quote to order to completion, ensuring variations are correctly recorded and invoicing-ready. 3. Escalations & Issue Resolution Own customer and supplier escalations end-to-end, coordinating investigations and corrective actions with project managers and delivery teams. Communicate clearly with clients on status, next steps, and timeframes; reset expectations where required. Capture lessons learned and implement preventative actions to reduce recurrence and protect client satisfaction. 4. Communication with Delivery Teams & Project Managers Ensure effective handover of scope, programme, constraints and customer requirements from commercial to delivery. Facilitate internal coordination and governance (actions, risks, and decisions) to keep works on track and communications consistent. Support project managers with customer-facing updates, documentation and contractual correspondence. 5. Organic Growth & Trusted Advisor Approach Proactively identify opportunities within existing contracts (e.g., remedials, lifecycle replacements, additional sites, monitoring improvements, capacity upgrades). Use client insight, performance data and operational feedback to propose value-led solutions and new scopes of work. Support renewals and retention by ensuring high-quality service, transparent communication and consistent delivery. Common requirements seen in UK Renewables Contract/Contracts Manager specifications End-to-end contract administration: maintaining accurate contract/job files, documentation for handover and invoicing, and auditable records of communications and actions. Strong customer and stakeholder management: interpreting requirements, providing clear updates, attending meetings, and maintaining long-term relationships. Escalation/complaints handling: ownership of issues through to resolution, with professional communication and clear corrective actions. Change control and variations: disciplined management of changes from identification/notification through quotation, approval, delivery and commercial close-out. Supplier/subcontractor interface: coordinating performance, negotiating rates/terms where required, and resolving defects or delivery issues. Commercial and performance governance: tracking costs/margins, contract KPIs/SLAs, and producing routine performance reporting. Contract form awareness (often NEC/JCT/FIDIC depending on client type): understanding early warnings, change events/variations, and dispute avoidance principles. H&S and compliance documentation expectations: supporting safe systems of work (RAMS) and site/client requirements alongside delivery teams.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
City, Cardiff
Project Manager (Solar PV/ Battery Storage) Cardiff 50,000 + Company Car + 30% Bonus ( 15,000 OTE) + Flexible Hours + 1 Day WFH + Birthday Off + Progression + Training Are you a Project Manager with experience in solar PV and battery storage who is ready to take the next step in your career, leading projects and operations in a high-growth renewable energy company where you can make a real impact, enjoy an excellent performance bonus to boost your OTE, benefit from flexible working hours, and develop your career in a supportive, fast-paced environment? Do you want the opportunity to join a forward-thinking, close-knit business that is reshaping the way energy works for homes and businesses across the UK? With a startup vibe, a supportive culture, and huge ambitions for growth, this is your chance to be part of something cutting edge. On offer is a fantastic opening to join a newly established company who are already a recognised leader in delivering innovative solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging projects. With rapid growth, huge investment in training and development, and the chance to progress into senior leadership, this role is perfect for someone looking to make a real impact in the renewable energy sector. In the role you will take ownership of multiple installation teams, managing projects from planning through to completion. You will be the key link between clients, engineers, and the office team, ensuring every project is delivered to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and quality. You will also play a crucial part in shaping operations as the company grows, managing other project managers and contributing to long-term strategy. This role would suit a Project Manager with experience in solar PV and battery storage who is ready to take the next step in your career, leading projects and operations in a high-growth renewable energy company where you can make a real impact, enjoy an excellent performance bonus to boost your OTE, benefit from flexible working hours, and develop your career in a supportive, fast-paced environment. The Role Lead and manage multiple solar PV, battery storage, and EV charger installation teams Oversee budgets, timelines, compliance, and client relationships Work closely with directors to improve processes and drive growth The Person Solar PV and battery storage experience Project Management background Based in Cardiff, Full Driving License Reference Number: BBBH21611 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Project Manager (Solar PV/ Battery Storage) Cardiff 50,000 + Company Car + 30% Bonus ( 15,000 OTE) + Flexible Hours + 1 Day WFH + Birthday Off + Progression + Training Are you a Project Manager with experience in solar PV and battery storage who is ready to take the next step in your career, leading projects and operations in a high-growth renewable energy company where you can make a real impact, enjoy an excellent performance bonus to boost your OTE, benefit from flexible working hours, and develop your career in a supportive, fast-paced environment? Do you want the opportunity to join a forward-thinking, close-knit business that is reshaping the way energy works for homes and businesses across the UK? With a startup vibe, a supportive culture, and huge ambitions for growth, this is your chance to be part of something cutting edge. On offer is a fantastic opening to join a newly established company who are already a recognised leader in delivering innovative solar PV, battery storage, and EV charging projects. With rapid growth, huge investment in training and development, and the chance to progress into senior leadership, this role is perfect for someone looking to make a real impact in the renewable energy sector. In the role you will take ownership of multiple installation teams, managing projects from planning through to completion. You will be the key link between clients, engineers, and the office team, ensuring every project is delivered to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and quality. You will also play a crucial part in shaping operations as the company grows, managing other project managers and contributing to long-term strategy. This role would suit a Project Manager with experience in solar PV and battery storage who is ready to take the next step in your career, leading projects and operations in a high-growth renewable energy company where you can make a real impact, enjoy an excellent performance bonus to boost your OTE, benefit from flexible working hours, and develop your career in a supportive, fast-paced environment. The Role Lead and manage multiple solar PV, battery storage, and EV charger installation teams Oversee budgets, timelines, compliance, and client relationships Work closely with directors to improve processes and drive growth The Person Solar PV and battery storage experience Project Management background Based in Cardiff, Full Driving License Reference Number: BBBH21611 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.