Project Director - FlexGen

Project Director BESS (FlexGen)Location: FlexibleWho we are Were not just talking about making a difference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.Youll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.About the role The Project Director BESS (FlexGen)is accountable for leading the development and delivery ofBattery Energy Storage System (BESS)projects through all stages frompre-FEED and FEED to detailed design and handover to operations.This role is responsible for developing and implementingtraditional and innovative engineering solutionsthat ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective project outcomes. The Project Director will organise and manage all project personnel, includingowners, engineers, contractors, and construction teams, to deliver against technical quality, schedule, and budget requirements.They will oversee project planning, progress tracking, and resource allocation, ensuring all works are executed in accordance with company standards, governance, and sustainability goals.Key AccountabilitiesProvideproject management leadershipacross new growth and FlexGen projects, guiding the development activity of Drax Group.Actively support both existing and new project development to enable future business growth.Coordinate with theProject Engineering Managerto manage project consenting, planning, and strategy, ensuring all pre- and post-commencement conditions are efficiently discharged.Manage relationships withlocal authorities, industry partners, and communitiesto maintain Draxs reputation and social licence to operate.Maintain and regularly reviewrisk registers, proposing and managing risk mitigation measures.Ensure collaboration withFinance Business Partners and Commercial Leadsto provide accurate project information for financial models and budgets.Develop and manageproject development and construction budgetsin line with corporate standards.Overseeproject performance monitoring, ensuring all deliverables are achieved on time, to quality, and within budget.Coordinate mobilisation ofOperations and Maintenance (O&M)teams for smooth transition to business-as-usual operations.Resolve conflicts between project functions, packages, and EPC contractors as necessary.Communicate project progress, performance, and key risks effectively to theProject Executiveand stakeholders.Establishbudget management and control processesas part of routine reporting.About YouYoull be a strategic leader with deep technical expertise, capable of driving complex energy storage projects from concept to completion in a fast-evolving environment. Proven experience increating and implementing major transformation projectsof high strategic importance.Demonstrated experience indevelopment and construction of BESS siteswithin the UK.Experience operating in aclient capacity, managing EPC/EPCM contractors and Owners Engineers across complex, high-value engineering programmes. Desirable: experience working within aSpecial Purpose Vehicle (SPV)alongside a developer. Outstandingleadership and technical capability, with the ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously. ProactiveSafety Leader, promoting aSafety Firstculture across all areas of responsibility. Strong communication and leadership skills, fostering collaboration and inclusion to achieve business objectives. Strategic thinker and capable problem-solver with excellent decision-making skills. Skilled inmanagement, coordination, and communication, able to lead large matrix teams effectively. Deep understanding offinancial processes, including FP&A, IRR, NPV, and bothOpEx and CapExbudgeting. Highly developedinterpersonal and stakeholder managementskills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience in managinghigh-value, complex engineering and construction programmes. Ability to meet challenging targets and adapt to dynamic working environments. Strong motivational and conflict resolution skills; able toinspire teams to deliver high performance. Degree-level educationin engineering, construction, or a related technical discipline, with extensive relevant experience.Why Join UsJoin us and lead projects that genuinely make an impact. As Project Director, youll shape complex, high-value programmes that drive meaningful change for our business. If you are a highly skilled, proactive professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and wants to make a difference at a strategic level -wed love to hear from you.

Created: 2025-11-18