Construction Project Manager

Posted 27 November 2023
Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)
LocationMadrid
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
ReferenceJBLI-3MAR23
Contact NameJessica Brisley

Job description

  • Opportunity to join an Infrastructure & Renewables Company backed by a global Investment Asset Management business in Madrid who are seeking a Construction Manager. You will ensure that all contractual obligations are met, and the project is delivered according to plan.

The Role:

  • Work with the EPC contractors, consultants, suppliers and the H&S team to maintain the highest standards on the project and ensure the implementation of project organisation, procedures and processes.

  • Contract management and liaising closely with EPC contractors, Grid companies (TSOs/DNOs), lenders, suppliers of key equipment, consultants and off-takers.

  • Resolving contractual and technical problems in a timely manner through effective collaboration and close liaison with internal and external parties.

  • Conducting site visits pre-construction to ensure adequate project assessment, including feasibility, work preparation and identifying major challenges and opportunities.

  • Liaising with project stakeholders and providing regular reporting to shareholders, project board of directors, financing parties, energy off-takers and other stakeholders.

  • Ensuring efficient Budget and Risk Management throughout the project, identifying and taking advantage of opportunities as well as implementing adequate mitigation measures as needed.

  • Identify, implement, and monitor improvement or corrective actions throughout project management (risks, schedule, scope, cost, quality, safety).

  • Providing input to the development, procurement, and transaction teams to support contract negotiations (EPC, O&M, Owner’ Engineer, PPA, relevant local consultants, equipment supply)

The Individual:

  • Significant experience in the project construction management of solar, battery storage or other utility-scale renewable energy projects.

  • You will have a demonstrable understanding of investor technical / reporting requirements and procedures and bring a successful track record of leading and managing complex projects in the Renewable Energy sector including working alongside partners and other stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.

  • A degree in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline will be required.

  • Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish will be required, additional language skills are beneficial.