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Solar Contracts Manager in Exeter, Devon

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Position: Solar Contracts Manager



Location: South West England - accepting candidates from Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset



Salary: £45,000 - £75,000 (DOE)



A fast-growing contractor within the solar and renewables sector is seeking to appoint a Solar Contracts Manager as part of their currently expanding contracts team. Backed by a £700m turnover group, with an excellent benefits package and clearly mapped progression routes, this is a genuine opportunity to get in early and build a long-term career as the business scales.



The business has achieved 142% growth over the past 12 months and has clear plans to grow from £17m turnover last year to £50m within the next three years. Following rapid expansion, the company continues to invest in its people, systems and delivery capability. You will join a strong technical site delivery team, working closely with the Installation Manager and Operations Director.



Solar Contracts Manager Job Overview



Overseeing the installation and commissioning of solar PV systems within the new build housing sector

Liaising daily with installers (both employed and sub-contracted), site managers, and clients

Ensuring the ongoing quality and health & safety on site through toolbox talks, auditing works, and providing technical support

Assisting with more complex installations from time to time

Ensuring that projects are completed on time and reporting directly into the Operations Director.



Solar Contracts Manager Job Requirements



Strong background within the Solar PV installation sector is essential

Open to Lead Electricians, Install Managers etc. looking for a step-up. Or fully-fledged Contracts Managers

Experienced in new build housing solar projects but not essential

Essential qualifications including Electrical NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition, and 2391 Inspection and Testing. Solar PV & Battery qualifications desirable

NICEIC Qualified Supervisor experience desirable

Based in the South-West and happy to travel across the region



Solar Contracts Manager Salary & Benefits



Salary: £45,000 to £75,000 (DOE)

25 to 30 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Company bonus scheme

2 years death in service cover

Critical illness cover

Regular team and companywide social events

Comprehensive in house and external training and development

Access to Udemy and other training platforms

Strong opportunities for career and personal growth with a clear progressive employerBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.



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Solar Contracts Manager in Exeter, Devon

Exeter, UK
Full time

Published on 02/27/2026

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