Our client seeks a Project Manager/Head of Construction to lead the construction of PV and WIND projects in Romania. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the assigned PV/WIND projects throughout their life cycle and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget while minimising risks and maximising margins.
Responsibilities
- Lead project development and management activities from RTB status to shovel-ready status, working proactively to obtain all necessary authorisations to start construction.
- Manage and coordinate duties related to planning, assist management in issuing requests for pricing, performing competitive reviews, and purchasing or contracting of BOS materials and services.
- Oversee the development of PV/WIND plants from site establishment to completion.
- Coordinate and manage engineering revisions.
- Coordinate and manage the project management team (frequent travel to sites is required).
- Control the budget for the works and manage cash flows.
- Directly interact with utilities to ensure the network connection of PV generation facilities.
- Supervise compliance and quality of the subcontracted company's work.
- Ensure construction complies with the approved design.
- Ensure adherence to timelines in the construction, development, and closure of projects.
- Manage all local stakeholders (landlords, EPC companies, etc.).
- Develop and maintain the project timeline, identifying the critical path and key milestones for success.
- Communicate with authorities regarding interconnection, permitting, and other regulatory compliance issues.
- Issue periodic reports to the company boards.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related engineering fields.
- Proven track record of 5+ years of project management experience in renewables.
- Preferred electrical licensing related to solar fields and HV substations.
- In-depth knowledge of the National Electrical Code, solar permitting, and other PV/WIND system regulatory codes.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, self-motivated with demonstrated problem-solving capability.
- Self-starter with excellent presentation skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
- Self-disciplined and result-oriented.
- Flexibility to travel to project sites in various locations in Italy whenever necessary.
- Based in Bucharest + travel to sites
Languages
- Romanian (mandatory), English (fluent)
Benefits
If you're interested in this position please get in touch today.