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Senior Construction Manager (BESS)

Job description

The Green Recruitment Company is supporting a leading energy platform in the recruitment of a Senior Project Manager to lead the construction and execution of large-scale stand-alone BESS projects across Spain.

This is a key leadership role, acting as asset owner representative, with full end-to-end responsibility for construction delivery, EPC management and site execution.

Key responsibilities:

  • End-to-end leadership of stand-alone BESS construction projects

  • Senior interface with EPC contractors, suppliers, grid operators and authorities

  • Oversight of civil works, MV/HV electrical installation, power electronics and commissioning

  • Ownership of HSE, planning, cost control, contracts, QA/QC and risk management

  • Resolution of critical site and execution issues

  • Reporting and decision support to senior management.

Requirements:
  • 15+ years of experience in infrastructure or energy construction projects

  • 7+ years as Project Manager in renewables, grid or industrial projects

  • Strong exposure to BESS, HV substations, grid connections or EPC frameworks

  • Engineering degree (Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or similar)

  • Solid contract management experience (EPC / FIDIC)

  • Fluent English

  • Based in Madrid preferred, with frequent site visits across Spain.

This is a high-impact role within a fast-growing segment of the energy transition, offering real ownership, seniority and visibility.