Solar Installation Manager, London, UK

My client one of the fastest growing solar companies in the solar PV industry working on residential properties. They are currently in the process of establishing a branch in the UK and are looking to take on their core staff. They utilise the highest levels of technology and have established themselves as a leader in the field of renewable energy. They are looking for a Senior installer with a proven track record of high quality, team leading and technical knowledge.

Position Overview: You will join a US solar PV company  that is expanding into the UK and lead their team of subcontractors on the installation of solar PV systems across the UK

Responsibilities:

• You will work on the installation of residential solar systems across the UK
• ·         Manage a rapidly expanding team and report directly to the Managing director in the creation and management of a network of local installers
• You will carry out the initial training and following through with the technical quality and customer service standards
• You will establish a network of subcontractors who you will work closely with in ensure the standards of the company are met
• Oversee minor repairs/upgrades and full rewires
• Fitting rails/feet and solar panels to clients roofs
• Designed PV system from preliminary steps to completion for commercial projects; single-line diagram, inverter selection, electrical layouts, short circuit analysis, modules and strings calculation with wire selection and protection system
• Setting up of any additional equipment required
• You will work closely with subcontractors and develop loyalty to the client within the network of installers
• Negotiate and evaluate bid packages and sub-contract agreements
• Analyse life cycle cost (LCC) for PV systems by considering technical, geographical and meteorological factors

Education:

Strong educational background in Engineering (MSc preferred)

Core Requirements:

• ·         8-12 years of experience in a managerial role with a strong background in the technical side of building and electrical systems
• ·         A proven track record within the solar PV sector
• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems and detect realistic solutions

• Excellent problem solving skills

• You will have the technical qualifications required by UK law

General Requirements:

• Ability to travel with the UK

• Ability to communicate across all levels of an organization
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and deliver high quality results
• Excellent presentation

Key skills:

Renewable energy, strong installation experience with small and large-scale PV installations exceptional management skills

For more information please send a Word copy of your CV to jobs@viridiumassociates.com, call us on +44 (0) 203 005 5560, or visit www.viridiumassociates.com.  No PDFs please. We can only respond to applicants with relevant experience as detailed above.