Head of PV Construction, Spain

Opportunity for an exceptional and highly experienced Head of Construction/Project Management to join one of Europe's leading PV Solar Developers.

The Head of Construction, Spain will be responsible for managing a portfolio of utility-scale PV projects from development through to handover following successful construction and commissioning activities are achieved. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for the success of a team of Project and Sr. Project Managers on their own portfolios.

Successful candidates will have extensive experience in Construction and Project Management, with >10 years' in the space, complimented by full commercial exposure and responsibility in recent roles.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of utility-scale PV solar projects from development through to handover upon successful construction and commissioning
• Take on responsibility for commercial activities, including managing divisional and project budgets, P&L and contract management
• Support - as required - other projects not directly assigned to the Senior PM, at times in different regions/territories
• Collaborate with HSE to ensure full consideration in relation to construction criteria throughout project
• Ensure design review processes for the basic EPC design is performed and actioned in a timely and accurate manner
• Develop and maintain a range of key stakeholder relationships on a local and wider project basis
• Coordinate all aspects of the project through to commercial operations and ensure smooth handover to Asset Management
• Lead the array of legal related requests and documentation, working with the legal team to issue these as required
• Ensure proper validation of the project design, agreeing in line with technical requirements.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project update reports, presenting as required to senior management and additional stakeholders
• Manage project budget and cash flow in accordance with pre and ongoing projections
• Mentor and support more junior PMs to facilitate their personal development

Requirements:

• Min. Degree education in Engineering or Construction, or equivalent qualification
• Min. 10 years' power plant construction experience, including 5+ years' within the renewable energy industry
• Professional proficiency Spanish and English language skills
• Demonstrable exposure to all commercial responsibilities related to utility-scale power plant construction (e.g. project P&L, budgets, and contract management/negotiation)
• Preference for candidates with experience working for EPC, DNO and/or IPP/Asset Owner
• Extensive Project and Construction Management experience in the specific country of the role
• Deep knowledge of the development, construction, interconnection, commissioning processes for utility-scale PV solar plants in country of interest
• Full understanding of HSE requirements for utility-scale PV plant construction
• Demonstrable track record of delivering projects with no accidents/incidents, on-time and within budgetary requirements/estimations
• Previous experience managing a team
• Work experience as an Engineering/Site Manager a plus
• Experience managing large projects of 50MW+ is essential