JOB TITLE: Senior Project Manager
Location: Peterborough
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Sector: Renewable Energy - Biomethane / Clean Energy Infrastructure
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About the Company
Our client is at the forefront of renewable gas innovation; developing, building and operating advanced anaerobic digestion (AD) plants that convert agricultural feedstock into clean biomethane. Their work directly supports the UK's journey to net-zero, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and driving a more sustainable energy network.
With ambitious growth plans to produce 1TWh of renewable natural gas by 2030, they're scaling fast, delivering multiple gas-to-grid projects across the UK.
Joining now means being part of a team where your work has tangible impact - shaping a cleaner, greener future.
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About the Role
As Senior Project Manager, you'll oversee the delivery of large-scale AD and gas-to-grid projects from initiation through to handover. Reporting into the Head of Projects, you'll take ownership of budgets, timelines, quality, and compliance -managing contractors, consultants and project teams to ensure seamless delivery.
This is a senior leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on complex infrastructure projects, enjoys balancing technical and commercial priorities, and wants to play a hands-on role in building the UK's renewable gas future.
You will be joining a team of high performing individuals pushing the boundaries of renewable technologies bringing a cleaner, greener future for generations to come. There's no better time to join this business.
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The key requirements for this Senior Project Manager role are:
- Manage and deliver full project life cycle for AD and gas-to-grid schemes, from concept to commissioning and handover
- Develop and manage project plans covering scope, schedule, budget and resource allocation
- Oversee design, procurement, construction and commissioning activities
- Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations (CDM, HAZOPs, HAZIDs etc.)
- Lead and coordinate contractors, design consultants and key suppliers
- Manage risk, change control, and project documentation (RAID, decision logs, contract scopes)
- Monitor performance and report progress to senior leadership via weekly and monthly dashboards
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, regulators and the wider project team
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Experience required for this Senior Project Manager role are:
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in an engineering discipline
- Recognised project management certification (APM, PMP or similar)
- Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or renewable energy projects (biogas, gas-to-grid, utilities or process plant)
- Strong understanding of project governance, contract management and budgeting
- Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors
- Proficiency with MS Office and project management tools (experience with Procore desirable)
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK
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Desirable knowledge, skills and experience for this Senior Project Manager role are:
- Experience with AD or biomethane projects
- Understanding of gas and electrical grid connections
- HSE certification (Managing Safely or equivalent)
- Strong commercial awareness and risk management ability
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Package and Benefits of the Senior Project Manager role:
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
- Private healthcare and pension
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working and flexible approach
- Career progression in a high-growth renewable energy business
- Opportunity to deliver landmark projects in the UK's clean energy transition
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How to apply for this Senior Project Manager role:
- Apply via this job board for immediate consideration
- Confidential conversations welcomed for more information
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