The project manager’s primary responsibility is to develop renewable energy projects (Wind, PV and storage) in Spain in compliance with internal procedures, good business practices and local legislation, in close collaboration with internal and external partners (eg. Engineering, legal and finance department, external lawyers etc), specifically but not limited to: 

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Development of the design and action plan, taking into account all the necessary technical, legal, economic and social parameters, and implementation of all studies (environmental impact report, plans, financial analysis, etc.) for final design and building permit application.  

• Company representation to the local stakeholders (such as local municipalities, regional authorities and the media) during the preparation and realization of the energy project. The local integration of the project is part of your plan of action. 

• Follow-up of the negotiations on the installations of the energy project as required for the implementation of the construction with the landowners/tenants concerned and the municipalities 

• Organize the pre-selection of external engineering and engineering firms for the project design 

• Follow-up of the preliminary engineering (eg. the civil and electrical infrastructure) 

• Ensure timely completion and within budget and according to the project company’s H&S and ESG policies 

• Ensure adequate follow-up on project progress (a.o. planning and budget)  

• Ensure correct reporting towards the management, concerning project planning, budget and risk assessment 

• Ensure that the requirements of the building permits are met and fulfilled during the entire realization of the energy project

• You have an engineering degree or any other technical qualification with equivalent through experience. A Masters degree in Renewable Energy or Equivalent training is an asset. 

• You have 5 to 7 years of significant experience in a similar environment and roles 

• You have experience in renewable energy project management in Spain, permitting procedures, grid connection applications, land acquisition, including the preparation and/or review of the documentation for Environmental Impact Assessment, a certification for PM follow-up (eg PMI or Prince) is an asset 

• You are able to read and understand technical drawings, single line diagrams, yield assessment reports etc. and challenge service providers. 

• Spanish is your mother tongue, but you have a good knowledge of English (B2 or above), both written and spoken, French is an asset. You have skills in project software management (e.g. Microsoft Project & Office) and  

• You are assertive and communicative 

• You like to make and maintain contacts and have an active network 

• You can coordinate and plan work, work with deadlines and set priorities 

• You are oriented to targets and ready to be persistent with administration to obtain the permits. 

• You can adapt to changing circumstances to ensure continuity within the operation 

• You know the responsibilities that are inherent to your job and you can carry these responsibilities. You are discrete and professional in the execution of your tasks 

• You like to work in a team and you can work to achieve common goals, but at the same time you can also successfully complete a task without help or supervision 

• You have availability to travel within Spain and EU 

• You have a B1 driving license