Project Manager - Renewable Energy

We are looking for an effective Senior Project Manager – Renewable Energy to lead the development and execution of large-scale, utility-scale photovoltaic projects throughout their complete lifecycle in Constanța County. The Project Manager will manage and oversee the renewable energy projects from the owner’s perspective, covering all phases from execution planning and construction through grid connection, commissioning, start-up, and handover to Operations & Maintenance (O&M). As the Project Manager and Owner’s Representative, you will need to provide timely project status updates, KPIs, while maintaining project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and risk registers.

Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Develop and monitor the overall project plan, milestones, critical path, and recovery plans in the event of delays.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and challenges, and implement mitigation measures to keep projects on track.
• Manage and track the project budget and costs to ensure effective cost control and mitigate deviations from the budget.
• Identify and coordinate with the EPC contractor, subcontractors, designers, consultants, and suppliers, ensuring effective project implementation and contract management;
• Timely identify and mitigate financial and technical risks by developing risk mitigation plans and implementing effective solutions.
• Represent the company and uphold owner’s interests during project meetings and interactions with project stakeholders.
• Develop detailed reports to management on project progress, budget & costs, risks, timelines, and other relevant information.

Engineering Management:

• Review, validate and coordinate all project engineering activities, such as technical documentation and detailed engineering design, including construction drawings - civil, structural, DC, and AC interfaces.
• Provide input on technical specifications and effectively evaluate bids for equipment and services.
• Monitor project execution progress, while ensuring quality and productivity.
• Coordinate QA/QC activities, inspections, testing, acceptance procedures aligned with as-built documentation, ensuring that non-conformities are addressed and resolved.
• Coordinate grid connection and technical interactions with the grid operator, as well as energy supply, commissioning, and start-up.

Permits and Compliance

• Monitor the validity and conditions of existing permits and approvals, including building permits, environmental approvals, and the Technical Connection Approval (ATR), and manage any required amendments or extensions.
• Coordinate the acquisition of all permits and approvals required for construction, grid connection, commissioning, and commercial operation, including authorizations issued by ANRE (the Romanian Energy Regulatory Authority).
• Manage relationships with relevant authorities and institutions, including ANRE, the grid operator, local and environmental authorities, and the State Inspectorate for Construction (ISC). Prepare the documentation required for final construction acceptance.
• Ensure that the project complies with all permits, technical requirements, applicable standards, and occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations throughout the construction phase.

Team Management

• Build and lead the project team, ensuring effective collaboration across Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance, Legal, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) functions.

Candidate’s Specification:

• 8+ years of experience leading the strategic planning and execution of multiple renewable energy projects;
• 3–5 years of relevant experience managing utility-scale photovoltaic (PV + BESS) projects in the 200–500+ MW range. Preferably led at least 1 PV project covering all phases through to commissioning and start-up.
• Preferably 3+ years of experience with high-voltage (HV) infrastructure and electrical substations.
• Demonstrated experience leading renewable energy projects from the owner’s side and representing owner’s interests.
• Experience coordinating EPC contractors and managing projects from the owner’s perspective (owner-side).
• Strong technical knowledge of renewable energy systems, including design, construction, and operation.
• Solid knowledge of EPC/FIDIC contracts, project controls, and grid connection processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing permits and approvals for energy projects, including those involving ANRE, the grid operator, and environmental authorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related domains from an accredited university.
• PMP or PRINCE 2 or IPMA Certification. Relevant ANRE authorizations or certifications.
• Fluent English Speaker.
• Category B driving license and availability for frequent travel to Constanța County.

Core Competencies

• Strategic leadership skills to successfully build, mentor and grow a project team.
• Proven negotiation and contractor management skills.
• Sound decision-making and a strong sense of accountability.
• Analytical thinking and a solution-oriented approach.
• A rigorous approach to managing schedules, costs, and risks.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.