Job Openings Solar Installation Manager

About the job Solar Installation Manager

Solar Installation Manager
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £60,000 to £65,000 per annum

Overview
Valoris Group is supporting a well-established renewable energy contractor in the appointment of a Solar Installation Manager. This is a senior operational role responsible for the end-to-end delivery of Solar PV installation projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to a high technical standard.

The successful individual will lead installation teams, oversee project delivery, and act as a key point of contact between internal stakeholders and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

  • Manage Solar PV installation projects from mobilisation through to completion

  • Plan and coordinate labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractors

  • Track project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions

  • Ensure projects are delivered on time and within agreed cost parameters

Team Leadership

  • Lead, supervise, and motivate installation teams on site

  • Provide guidance, training, and support to junior engineers and supervisors

  • Enforce high standards of health, safety, and workmanship at all times

Technical Oversight

  • Carry out site surveys, assessments, and feasibility reviews

  • Review drawings, specifications, and installation designs

  • Ensure all installations meet design intent, MCS standards, and industry best practice

Client and Stakeholder Management

  • Act as the main point of contact during the installation phase

  • Provide clear progress updates and manage client expectations

  • Liaise closely with internal sales, engineering, and procurement functions

Compliance and Quality

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, building regulations, and renewable standards

  • Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and final sign-offs

  • Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting

Experience and Requirements

  • Proven experience managing Solar PV installations or renewable energy projects

  • Strong technical understanding of electrical systems and solar technologies

  • Demonstrable leadership and team management capability

  • Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills

  • Comfortable in client-facing environments

  • Relevant qualifications or certifications preferred (City and Guilds, MCS, NABCEP or equivalent)

  • Full UK driving licence

Working Pattern

  • Office-based in Solihull with regular travel to live project sites

  • Monday to Friday, with occasional flexibility required to meet project demands

  • Mix of office-based planning and on-site supervision

Performance Measures

  • Consistent delivery of projects to programme and budget

  • High-quality installations with minimal defects or rework

  • Strong health and safety compliance record

  • Positive client feedback and repeat business

  • Development and retention of high-performing installation teams

Package

  • £60,000 to £65,000 per annum

  • Company pension

  • Free on-site parking


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