Senior Project Manager

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities.

Personal Attributes:

The successful candidates will be enthusiastic, confident and have a flexible approach to work. They will be client-driven and passionate about energy efficiency and renewable energy. They should be able to demonstrate good organisational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work under pressure and complete tasks / projects within deadlines.

People are important to our business and therefore the ability to interface with other functions & disciplines at all levels throughout the organisation is vital. Additionally the Project Manager will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to collaborate & communicate successfully with Clients, Energy companies, & external teams, including engineers, architects, contractors and subcontractors.

The role will also require the willingness to travel across the UK to cater project demands.

Qualifications:

• Minimum - Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or other infrastructure / energy & renewables related discipline. Direct relevant & related experience will be considered in lieu of a specific degree qualification.
• Chartered Engineer status with a recognised institution
• A recognised formal project management qualification is desirable

Skills & experience required

• Project Management experience, having worked on large multimillion pound projects
• 5-10 years’ experience in Project Management / Implementation functions for infrastructure projects, ideally covering either solar, energy centres or battery storage facilities and associated utilities
• Project management of Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects typically under the NEC or FIDIC form of contract
• Strong project management and organisational skills with a keen focus on meeting client objectives and successfully delivering projects whilst meeting or exceeding project expectations in relation to H&S, Quality, Cost & Time
• Good understanding of H&S within design and construction (inc Regulatory requirements)
• Good understanding of Quality Assurance/ Control, throughout the project lifecycle
• Project team leadership within a matrix organisation, lead on the building of office and site team to support allocated project.
• Time / schedule management & planning (working knowledge of Microsoft project / Primavera P6 is desirable)
• Risk management
• Change management
• Procurement, Contracts & negotiation
• Budgeting & cost control
• Project monitoring & reporting
• Knowledge of ICP works up to 133/ 275kV, & 11-33kV systems is an advantage 
• Good IT skills in relation to Word, PowerPoint and Excel and MS Project tools

Specific responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the delivery of specific project(s) depending upon size & complexity
• Responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the project from planning / concept through design & procurement, into construction and through to commissioning & handover
• Define, assemble and coordinate project resources and manage and control the project budget
• Ensure the planning and scheduling of all project activities & timelines; tracking project deliverables using appropriate tools
• Monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders as required
• In taking overall responsibility Project Managers are expected to:-
  • Ensure that the project scope, goals and deliverables are budgeted, planned and delivered to meet the Clients objectives & requirements (the "Project Brief")
  • Ensure the project meets the requirements of appropriate regulatory bodies, polices/procedures
  • Comply with Health, Safety & Environmental Regulations and adhere to Health, Safety & Environment Policies and Procedures to deliver a project with zero accidents.
  • Deliver the contracted scope
  • Deliver on schedule
  • Deliver to the budget
  • Manage change
  • Manage & mitigate risk and maximize opportunities
  • Deliver quality throughout the design, construction and commissioning phases
  • Optimize team / resources utilisation
  • Promote and drive streamlined communication
  • Build strong client relationships
  • Manage project administration

Supplementary responsibilities:

• Support the operational (Long Term Service Agreements) side of engineering from a project understanding & knowledge perspective
• Project Development - Support bid development teams with input in relation to construction and programme sections of proposals & in the preparation of estimates / CAPEX. 

• Mentoring and coaching the project team to implement best practice & improve project delivery

All applicants must be eligible to legally work in the UK.

An award-winning industry leader, AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including company pension and incentive plans.

An award-winning industry leader, AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including company pension and incentive plans.