Innovation Programme Manager

Lightsource bp

. Act as the secondary point of contact after the Senior Innovation Engineer for programme-level internal and external stakeholders .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates strong project management capabilities with a focus on complex physical delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in project planning, monitoring, and reporting while ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementStakeholder EngagementHSE ComplianceProject Management ToolsRenewable Energy Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Project PlanningMonitoringReportingData CollectionDocument DevelopmentSystem ModellingModule DesignAutomated DeploymentFinancial ComplianceRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectSmartsheetPowerPointTeamsMural

Certifications & Qualifications

PRINCE2PMPMSP

Industry Keywords

HSE ProtocolsConstructionManufacturingInfrastructure DevelopmentUtility-Scale Solar PVGovernment Grant ProgramsTechno-Commercial EvaluationsEPC/O&M ContractsFEED Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the secondary point of contact after the Senior Innovation Engineer for programme-level internal and external stakeholders
Support delivery and coordination of internal and external meeting cadence and engagement strategy
Oversee quality and scope fulfilment of technical workstream outputs
Ensure HSE practices are prioritised in all activities
Track and report progress, budget, risk, and resource allocation with the Senior Innovation Engineer
Develop, coordinate, and present reporting materials for internal and external stakeholders
Facilitate data collection, document and report development, and stakeholder workshops
Assist in partnering strategy development and early-stage business development activities
Provide backstopping to technical leads in system modelling, module design, structure and foundation, and automated deployment
Collaborate with Innovation, Strategy, Procurement, Construction, BD, and Engineering teams across global business units
Ensure financial, regulatory, and contractual compliance
Engage third-party organisations including EPCs, engineering groups, suppliers, consultants, funding bodies, and HSE organisations to deliver field trials
Present programme findings to industry and funding partners where relevant
Support Commercial Engineering, Delivery PMs, and Communications during Construction, Work Completion, PAC, and FAC
Support Asset Management and O&M on ad hoc performance and monitoring queries
Coordinate with contractors, technical advisors, and governmental bodies for reviews
Contribute to shaping the future technology roadmap and supporting the clean energy transition

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience (5+ years) in project management of complex physical delivery (ie not Software), cross-functional initiatives
Strong capabilities in project planning, monitoring, and reporting
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent)
Familiarity with financial, regulatory, and contractual compliance
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Adept in facilitating stakeholder meetings and producing high-quality reports and presentations
Fluent English spoken and written
Communications skills using digital media (PowerPoint, Teams, Mural Etc.)
Proactive and being able to prioritize workload, Autonomous, adaptable and multi‐skilled
Forward thinking, a problem solver and solution provider
Able to promote a positive working culture within the team
Full Driving license
Regular site visits and out-of-hours working may be required
10–20% travel to support field trials, global stakeholder engagement, and third-party coordination
HSE compliance and familiarity with HSE protocols in construction and industrial environments
Advantageous: domain knowledge in renewable energy, especially utility-scale solar PV
Advantageous: experience in construction, manufacturing, or infrastructure development environments
Advantageous: familiarity with government grant programs
Advantageous: familiarity with techno-commercial evaluations or early-stage innovation projects
Advantageous: knowledge of EPC/O&M contract Technical Appendices
Advantageous: understanding of FEED processes
Advantageous: Project & Programme Management certification such as PRINCE2, PMP, and/or MSP

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Annual bonus
Retention bank
Health insurance
Pension
Other local benefits
Personal development initiatives
Charitable causes and volunteering opportunities
Solar honey project
VIBES committee participation
Upskilling support
Career development and advancement opportunities
Flexible time-zone working and asynchronous communication