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Assistant Project Manager
£40000 - £55000 per annum + Bonus
Solar
UK
Glasgow
Permanent
Hybrid
Assistant Project Manager
Location: Glasgow Office (Hybrid) - Sites across UK
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + 15-20% bonus

We are supporting a leading renewables developer in expanding their construction team with a new Assistant Project Manager role. This position will be pivotal in delivering multiple utility-scale solar projects across the UK, ensuring they are executed safely, on time, and within budget. This is a fantastic opportunity for any junior project managers with renewables experience, who want to grow their career at one of the UK's leading solar construction teams

Responsibilities:
* Oversee the delivery of utility-scale solar projects from pre-construction through to completion.
* Coordinate with engineering, construction, and commercial teams, as well as external contractors and stakeholders.
* Manage project timelines, budgets, and reporting to senior management.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards on all sites.

Key Requirements:
* Proven experience in renewable energy (solar or battery storage preferred).
* Engineering background - civil, mechanical, or electrical.
* Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
* Flexibility to work between the Glasgow office and project sites across the UK.

Benefits:
* Competitive salary with clear progression path from Assistant PM to Project Manager.
* Competitive bonus scheme.
* All travel and accommodation expenses fully covered.
* Hybrid working model with flexibility between office, home, and site.
* Opportunity to be part of a growing team delivering some of the UK's most exciting utility-scale solar projects.


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