GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Our client, an international energy systems developer, is looking for a Technical Project Manager (TPM) to lead the technical work throughout the development and sale of energy system projects across PV, wind, and energy storage.

The TPM is responsible for delivering technical solutions that support the successful construction and operation of projects. During the construction phase, the TPM is also responsible for quality follow-up, change management, and resolving technical issues that may arise on site.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Leadership and Team Management

• Lead a team of engineers, including:

  • Civil Engineer

  • Construction Engineer

  • Grid Connection Manager

  • Wind and Turbine Performance Engineer

  • Solar Project Engineer

  • Storage Project Engineer

  • Relevant external consultants

• Act as the single point of contact for technical queries across projects.

• Work closely with product owners and specialist-area experts.

• Manage external technical advisors where applicable.

Technical and Design Management

• Manage the engineering and design of the complete energy system, including:

  • PV plants

  • Wind turbines

  • Energy storage systems

  • Internal and external grid infrastructure

  • Substations and transformers

  • Civil works, including roads, hardstands, and logistics areas

  • Foundations

  • Control systems

• Take ownership of CAPEX and OPEX assumptions, ensuring alignment with capacity and yield throughout the development process.

• Establish the engineering schedule with the project team and monitor progress to ensure that technical deliverables are completed on time.

• Ensure that designs at every project stage comply with:

  • Applicable norms and regulations

  • Employer Requirements under the relevant contract structure

  • Permits

  • Grid connection requirements

  • Grid code compliance

  • Market requirements

  • Other project-specific requirements

• Conduct optimisation analyses to achieve the best-value energy system design.

• Challenge and coordinate the engineering team in line with the financial analyses prepared by the transactions team.

Quality, Risk, Health and Safety

• Act as the Client Representative for Health and Safety during the development phase, including managing health and safety risks associated with project layout and design.

• Manage quality follow-up and risk handling during development.

• Organise engineering checkpoints and ensure that findings are incorporated into subsequent project stages.

• Apply energy system expertise to mitigate commercial risks related to proposed project designs and performance.

Procurement, Construction and Stakeholder Coordination

• Support the procurement team in:

  • Issuing Requests for Quotation

  • Reviewing bids

  • Supporting or leading negotiations regarding relevant technical appendices

• Work with the construction team to establish the quality follow-up plan and support its implementation, as agreed with the Construction Project Manager.

• Participate in the change management process.

• Approve significant changes from an engineering perspective.

• Support the resolution of technical issues arising during construction.

• Provide technical expertise and oversight throughout all project stages.

• Maintain an organised and clearly documented set of project-specific technical deliverables.

• Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to ensure effective strategic integration.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of the energy system project development process in the relevant markets.

• Understanding of energy project finance.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Several years of experience working in a multinational organisation.

• Experience working across projects in multiple countries is an advantage.

• Experience in other energy markets, such as Oil and Gas, wind, or PV, is valued.

• Construction experience is highly valued.

• Master of Science degree in Engineering.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Project, and Excel.

• Strong interest in technology and a hands-on approach to technical and modelling work.

• Understanding of the commercial aspects of projects and awareness of environmental considerations.

• Agile and creative thinker with a proactive, one-step-ahead mindset.

• Ability to listen, collaborate, and share knowledge.

• Proven ability to deliver results under challenging requirements through:

  • Technical expertise

  • Problem-solving

  • Planning

  • Organisation

• Proven ability to manage stressful situations, negotiate effectively, and provide instruction, training, and direction to others.

• Proven ability to work with diverse international teams, ranging from executive management and key stakeholders to construction contractors and site personnel.

• Proven ability to collect and organise data, evaluate technical and numerical information, and interpret:

  • Technical drawings

  • Graphs

  • Maps

  • Other technical documentation

• Proven ability to deliver informative and persuasive presentations to peers, leadership, and stakeholders.