Our client is seeking an experienced Solar Project Manager to lead and support PV projects in Romania. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of the assigned PV projects throughout their life cycle and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget while minimising risks and maximising margins.
Responsibilities
- Manage the development of the PV plant from site establishment through to final completion, facilitating interface between the EPC Contractor and the Project Sponsor.
- Monitor and control the construction of the project portfolio.
- Coordinate and manage project engineering revisions.
- Control the budget for the works and manage cash flows.
- Directly interact with utilities to ensure the network connection of PV generation facilities.
- Verify the compliance and quality implementation of subcontracted work.
- Supervise the compliance of the construction with the approved design.
- Ensure quality and adherence to timelines during the construction, development, and closure of projects.
- Manage all local stakeholders (landlords, EPC companies, etc.).
- Oversee the logistic management of the material supplied by the client.
- Develop and maintain the project timeline, identifying the critical path and key milestones for project success.
- Communicate with authorities regarding interconnection, permitting, and other regulatory compliance issues.
- Identify potential problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid project risks, determining response actions to mitigate any negative impact.
- Possess strong organisational and time management skills.
- Issue periodic reports to the company boards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related engineering fields.
- Proven track record of 3+ years of solar project management experience.
- Electrical licensing strongly preferred related to solar fields and HV substations.
- In-depth knowledge of the National Electrical Code, solar permitting, and other PV 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.
- Fluent in both Romanian and English.
- Flexibility to travel to project sites in various locations whenever necessary.
Location
- Romania (Bucharest preferred)
Languages
- Romanian (native), English (fluent)
Benefits
If you're interested in this position please get in touch.