Project / Portfolio Manager - Solar

  • JL Renewable Solutions
  • City, Manchester
  • 24/06/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Project / Portfolio Manager
Renewable Energy Infrastructure Commercial & Industrial Solar
UK Wide Travel Required

JL Renewable Solutions are delighted to be supporting a leading renewable energy developer in the appointment of a Project / Portfolio Manager to support the delivery of a major nationwide rooftop solar programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar projects and play a key role in the delivery of a significant multi-site solar rollout across the UK.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of a large-scale portfolio of rooftop solar installations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the delivery of a nationwide portfolio of commercial rooftop solar PV projects.

  • Coordinate internal teams, contractors, consultants and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Monitor programme schedules, budgets, project risks and resource requirements.

  • Ensure project milestones and delivery targets are achieved.

  • Oversee contractor performance, quality standards and HSE compliance.

  • Support commercial and contractual management activities throughout project delivery.

  • Provide regular project reporting and updates to senior stakeholders.

  • Drive continuous improvement across project delivery processes.

  • Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities across the portfolio.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Programme Manager or Portfolio Manager.

  • Previous experience delivering renewable energy, solar PV, energy infrastructure, utilities or large-scale construction projects.

  • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.

  • Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience.

  • Excellent planning, organisational and communication skills.

  • Ability to work effectively across internal and external stakeholder groups.

  • Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

  • Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar PV projects.

  • Multi-site programme or portfolio management.

  • NEC contract experience.

  • Renewable energy infrastructure delivery.

  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).

  • Utility, infrastructure or energy sector project delivery.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a rapidly growing renewable energy business.

  • Involvement in a flagship UK solar programme.

  • Strong pipeline of future projects.

  • Long-term career development opportunities.

  • Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment.

If you are an experienced Project or Portfolio Manager looking to play a key role in the delivery of major renewable energy infrastructure projects, we would be keen to hear from you.