Co-Managing Director – UK & Ireland
BayWa r.e.Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Added 20 May · still live
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Salary
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£70,100
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 1258 is an eligible occupation, but we classified this role with low confidence (40% match). If the code is right — and BayWa r.e. is a licensed sponsor — it should qualify, but double-check the occupation eligibility rules against the actual role.
About the role
UKRE BayWa r.e. UK Limited
About The Role
Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director – UK & Ireland to co-lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects
This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the COO, operating within a two–Managing Director structure, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets.
This role carries full responsibility for the execution and delivery side of the organisation, with a particular focus on EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction), project execution, operational excellence, and scalable delivery capability across the UK and Ireland.
What You Will Do
About The Role
Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director – UK & Ireland to co-lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects
This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the COO, operating within a two–Managing Director structure, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets.
This role carries full responsibility for the execution and delivery side of the organisation, with a particular focus on EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction), project execution, operational excellence, and scalable delivery capability across the UK and Ireland.
What You Will Do
- Jointly lead and manage all aspects of the company’s operations, with primary responsibility for EPC, project execution, construction delivery, and operational performance across renewable energy projects (wind & solar)
- Oversee the project lifecycle from engineering and procurement through construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope, and within budget
- Strategically develop and execute the company’s business plans to meet the targets set by the Board, shareholders, and stakeholders
- Oversee all execution-related functions including project management, construction management, engineering coordination, supply chain, procurement, and QHSE
- Take key decisions on operational matters including resource planning, delivery strategy, project risk mitigation, health and safety, compliance, and execution performance
What You’ll Need To Succeed
- Minimum 10 years of senior management experience as Managing Director, Country Manager, or Head of a large team
- At least 10 years of proven experience in the UK energy market, with a strong track record in renewable energy delivery (wind and solar)
- Educational Qualifications: University degree in a technical, economic, engineering or environmental discipline
- Renewable Energy Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the UK wind and solar (PV) market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities
- Project Delivery & Management: Proven experience in managing renewable energy projects in wind and solar energy, with particular experience in overseeing delivery/construction
- Strong understanding of construction execution, contractor management, supply chain strategy, procurement, scheduling, and project controls
- Proven ability to deliver complex infrastructure projects safely, efficiently, and profitably
- Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to create and implement business strategies to meet the company’s financial and strategic targets, driving growth and innovation
- Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial performance metrics and budget management, particularly within renewable energy projects
- Risk Management & QHSE Compliance: Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring robust QHSE standards and health and safety compliance to secure project success and business continuity
- Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and international teams
- Digital Solutions & Innovation: Understanding of digital tools and the ability to drive digital transformation to support business operations and enhance efficiency
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable to changing market conditions, viewing disruption as an opportunity to innovate and reimagine business processes
- Private Health Insurance
- Life Assurance Cover
- Company Pension Scheme
- Flexible Working Environment
- Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme
- Excellent Company Culture
- Mental Health First Aid support
- Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling
About Us
BayWa r.e. UK Limited is part of the international BayWa r.e. group of renewable energy businesses, with our main office based in Edinburgh, and with other locations in Cork and Glasgow. The BayWa r.e. UK team focuses on renewable project development, acquisition and construction of Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Projects, both in the UK and Ireland.
About BayWa R.e.
We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy. Our shareholders are BayWa AG and Energy Infrastructure Partners.
You matter to us
At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.
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