​Project Quality Manager – Utility-Scale Solar (UK)

Location: Scotland (Primary) + occasional travel to Staffordshire

Contract Details

• IR35: Inside

• Start: ASAP

• Duration: Until 31/12/2026 (potential extension aligned to project completion)

• Rate: All in Rate

• Hours: 37 per week, weekdays only

• Location: 3–4 days on site (Scotland initially), 1 day WFH

• Travel between project sites depending on construction phase

• Interview: 1-stage Teams interview (competency-based)

Overview

An international renewable energy developer is seeking a Project Quality Manager to support two UK ground-mounted solar PV projects (~69 MWp in Scotland and ~44 MWp in the Midlands), with further projects in development.

You will oversee quality assurance across construction, ensuring EPC contractors meet contractual, regulatory and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Management System (PQMS).

• Review and manage Quality Plans, ITPs, Method Statements and QA/QC documentation.

• Conduct site inspections and oversee contractor compliance.

• Identify and manage NCRs, driving corrective actions.

• Produce bi-weekly Quality Risk and Status Reports for senior stakeholders.

• Coordinate closely with Site Management, HSE and HQ teams to ensure smooth inspections and compliance.

• Support continuous improvement and process optimisation.

Daily focus will include contractor coordination, on-site inspections, and structured reporting.

Candidate Profile

• Strong experience as a Quality Manager on ground-mounted solar projects (renewables background essential).

• Deep understanding of construction processes and risk mitigation.

• Experience with ISO9001 and structured QA/QC systems.

• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

• Construction safety certification required.

This is a new role created to support a growing UK portfolio, with potential long-term opportunities subject to internal approvals.