Senior Project Manager

Solar PV Project Manager / Electrical Project Manager (Renewable Energy) Location: Leeds / Yorkshire (Hybrid & Site-Based) Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Deliver Renewable Energy Projects That Actually Make an Impact We’re looking for an experienced Solar PV Project Manager or Electrical Project Manager to lead the delivery of commercial and industrial renewable energy projects across the UK.
This is a key role within a growing renewable energy business, where you’ll take ownership of end-to-end Solar PV installations, supporting the transition to low-carbon energy across commercial environments.
If you’ve managed electrical, construction, or renewable infrastructure projects and want to work on meaningful, future-focused projects—this is a strong next step.
What You’ll Be Responsible For Managing the full lifecycle delivery of Solar PV and renewable energy projects (design through to commissioning)
Overseeing multiple concurrent projects across commercial and industrial sites
Acting as the primary client interface, ensuring excellent stakeholder and customer management
Coordinating EPC delivery, including subcontractors, site teams, and internal engineering functions
Managing project budgets, cost control, and programme timelines
Leading health & safety planning, RAMS, and compliance across sites
Supporting grid connection processes, permits, and DNO applications
Working closely with design teams on technical specifications and system layouts
Ensuring high-quality project documentation and handover packs
What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Project Manager within Solar PV, Electrical, Construction, or Renewable Energy projects
Strong understanding of commercial solar installations, electrical systems, or infrastructure delivery
Experience managing multiple projects and site teams simultaneously
Confident in budget management, reporting, and programme delivery
Knowledge of health & safety regulations within construction or energy environments
Experience working with subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams
PRINCE2, APM, or equivalent (desirable)
Full UK driving licence
Candidates from electrical contracting, utilities, M&E, or renewables backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. What’s On Offer Competitive salary + Car Allowance
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Private healthcare
Pension with matched contributions
Wellbeing and mental health support
Opportunity to work on a growing pipeline of renewable energy projects
Clear progression within a rapidly expanding sector
Why This Role? This isn’t just another Project Manager role—you’ll be directly contributing to the UK’s transition to renewable energy, delivering projects that have long-term environmental and commercial impact. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included