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The security and stability of an established traditional company with over 45 years of experience and the innovative strength of a start-up - welcome to ista! We are working on our future with full energy because we want to improve every day! We therefore encourage and support initiative and personal responsibility. With us, you can contribute and realise your ideas, because we believe that YOU can make a difference.
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Technical Design & Project Manager – Solar PV (m/f/d)
At ista, we support property owners and managers in making their buildings fit for the future and kind to the planet. That includes tracking and billing energy consumption in a way that’s easy to grasp, to help save energy and cut CO2emissions. With over 6,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we’re committed to making it happen. Join us and help shape tomorrow, secure in the knowledge that you’repart of a successful company that also offers you the flexibility of agile working practices.
Everyone is welcome at ista, regardless of age, gender, back-ground, sexual orientation, religion or disabilities. We’re proud to be part of a diverse team. Fostering a culture of team spirit and togetherness, we are always there for one another. We set great store by ensuring a healthy work-life balance for our people. Plus, we offer each and everyemployee the opportunity to pursue further training and personal development.
Here's what your responsibilities in the role would look like
- Manage a portfolio of installations: programmes, installation teams and subcontractors, procurement, budgets, variations and margin
- Specify design requirements – system size, layout, product selection, structural and access constraints – and review designs and yield models for buildability and compliance
(BS 7671, IET PV Code of Practice) - Run the DNO process end-to-end (G98/G99/G100): applications, offers, witness testing and notifications, aligned to the programme
- Manage planning workstreams: permitted development checks, planning applications and conditions; coordinate planning and structural consultants
- Ensure projects meet insurer, funder and warranty requirements, including roof-mounted PV fire safety guidance (RC62) and product due diligence
- Support sales with site surveys, feasibility, budget pricing and technical input to proposals and tenders; spot follow-on opportunities (BESS, EV charging, O&M)
- Own site H&S and quality: CDM 2015 duties, RAMS approval, site inspections, commissioning and handover packs
What we require of you
- Proven experience managing commercial solar PV installations in the UK
- Hands-on experience of DNO applications and UK planning requirements for commercial PV
- Familiarity with PV design/proposal software (PV*SOL, OpenSolar or similar) and project management tools
- Understanding of insurance and warranty affecting product choice and installation practice
- Strong commercial and client-facing skills
- Full UK driving licence
What we offer you
- 22 days holiday per annum (Jan-Dec) rising by 1 day per full year employed until 25 days holiday have been awarded (exc. BH’s)
- A hybrid working arrangement enabling flexible working between our office, site and home (1-2 day per week in the office)
- A competitive salary with salary sacrifice pension plan, critical illness and group life cover
- Eligibility to participate in the company bonus scheme
- Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Benefits Platform
- International annual soccer tournament with minimal employee contribution required (held in Europe)