Project Manager, Contracts & Commercial – BESS

Job description

Project Manager, Contracts & Commercial – BESS

Leap29 are seeking a Project Manager, Contracts & Commercial – BESS with a strong electrical engineering background to support the development phase of large-scale renewable energy projects.

This role sits at the intersection of electrical engineering, commercial strategy, and project development, with a key focus on ensuring projects are technically sound, commercially viable, and investment-ready.

You will play a critical role in due diligence, contract structuring, and grid/electrical design alignment, supporting projects through feasibility, development, and financial close.

Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial and contractual strategy across project development
• Draft, review, and negotiate key agreements including EPC, BoP, grid connection, land, and OEM supply contracts
• Act as the link between engineering and commercial teams, ensuring alignment between electrical scope and contractual obligations

Due Diligence & Project Validation

• Support and lead technical and commercial due diligence for project acquisitions, partnerships, and financing
• Review electrical designs, grid connection strategies, and engineering studies to assess project viability
• Identify technical, commercial, and contractual risks, particularly related to HV/MV infrastructure and grid integration
• Interface with lenders, investors, and advisors during due diligence processes
• Ensure projects meet bankability standards and are structured for financial close

Engineering & Electrical Scope

• Provide technical input into HV/MV systems, substations, grid compliance, and connection agreements
• Support procurement of major electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, cables, inverters)
• Evaluate bids from contractors from both a technical and commercial perspective

Commercial & Delivery

• Develop and manage budgets, cost estimates, and financial models
• Support tendering and procurement strategies
• Manage stakeholder relationships across developers, utilities, EPC contractors, and consultants
• Ensure smooth transition from development to construction phase

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong experience in renewable energy or power infrastructure projects
• Proven background in contracts, commercial management, or project development
• Hands-on experience supporting or leading technical/commercial due diligence
• Strong understanding of HV/MV systems, grid connections, and electrical infrastructure
• Experience working with EPC contracts, OEMs, and utilities (TSO/DSO)
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially astute with a strong understanding of risk and project bankability

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please send your CV through to Leap29.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English