Senior Project Manager - Solar (Development)

Statkraft is Europe's largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have 6,200 employees in 20 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 125 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution.

With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

We are currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Project Manager to join our team in Statkraft UK. The person will report into the Principal Project in the Solar Team. Our offices in the UK are in London, Glasgow and Cardiff. We work on a “hybrid work” mode (home/office based) with regular travel within UK and occasionally travel abroad for this position.

Closing date for all applications will be 21st August 2026

Job Description

You will help to manage the implementation workstream, with the aim of achieving business targets for planning permissions. This is likely to include: 

• Be responsible for developing ~ 2 projects
• Leading in the project management of Solar projects at all stages of project development from site identification through to construction activity;
• Manage the technical /Implementation workstreams with the aim of ensuring projects are commercially viable and can be delivered. 
• Support fellow project managers in the development of NSIP (DCO) scale solar projects. 
• Coordinate consultations with Local Planning Authorities, national government bodies and statutory consultees.
• Having full responsibility for management of project budgets and schedules from early-stage development to point of construction.
• Participate in Solar Energy UK (and other relevant industry bodies) consultations, workshops and conferences as required. 
• Preparing and coordinating internal decision gate documentation.
• Managing project procurement for civil and electrical contractors ahead of construction
• Engage and negotiate agreements with landowners and their representatives;
• Discharging commencement planning condition discharge (or obtaining any post-consent planning variations).
• Manage stakeholder relationships and facilitate community engagement, both internally and externally. 
• Collaborate with financial, HSE, legal and technical and construction teams to establish an optimal project strategy that accounts for risk assessment. 
• Working across business areas especially with Grid Services and PDU to optimise and implement solar projects
• Provide regular project progress reports and deliver detailed risk and opportunity analysis to management. 
• Conduct market analysis for solar energy and actively contribute to the strategic direction and prospecting strategy of the UK Solar Development Team. 
• Guide and coach junior team members (Assistant Project Managers/Project Managers) through challenging or unusual planning projects. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject (e.g., renewables, engineering, town and country planning, or environmental/sustainability studies). 
• Experience in the renewable energy sector (or related fields), ideally including ground-mounted solar, with a track record across development and construction phases. 
• Extensive knowledge of the UK renewable energy market. 
• Knowledge of the NSIP/DCO process is preferred, along with experience working on large-scale renewable projects.
• Experience of liaising with land agents
• Ability to manage multiple projects and relationships simultaneously, including landowners, authorities, advisors and internal stakeholders. 
• Independent self-starter with the ability to manage a high workload and support colleagues’ processes when required. 
• Excellent written, fluent English, with presentation and communication skills.
• Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel and other MS applications
• Willingness to travel (predominantly UK-wide), with occasional international travel. 
• Right to work in the UK. 

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

• An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
• Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
• A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
• A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
• Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
• Hybrid working

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.