Barcelona, Spain
Job DescriptionAre you ready to lead high-impact renewable energy projects?
Join UL Solutions as a Senior Project Manager, driving Independent Engineering (IE) and Technical Advisory (TA) services for solar project financing, sales, and acquisitions. Be at the forefront of solar energy advancements while collaborating with top-tier clients and a multi-disciplinary team.
The role can be hybrid from Barcelona (or Dubai) or remote from Madrid.
ResponsibilitiesProject Leadership: Oversee high-profile solar projects, including technology assessments, design reviews (civil and electrical), and evaluations of CAPEX/OPEX, contracts, schedules, and permitting. Conduct site visits and monitor construction progress.Risk Mitigation: Identify potential project risks and propose effective mitigation strategies, leveraging best practices and lessons learned.Reporting Excellence: Compile comprehensive IE and TA reports, synthesizing technical and commercial insights into clear, actionable recommendations. Maintain exceptional quality to exceed client expectations.Client Engagement: Act as the primary interface with lenders and developers, fostering strong relationships through proactive communication and innovative problem-solving.Proposals & Strategy: Prepare compelling proposals, including scopes of work, budgets, and timelines. Support business development efforts to expand UL Solutions' solar due diligence services.Team Collaboration: Coordinate efforts across internal teams, project managers, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery on time and within budget.Mentorship: Guide and develop junior staff, contributing to team growth and excellence.Industry Representation: Represent UL Solutions at conferences and client meetings, positioning the company as a leader in solar energy due diligence.QualificationsWe're seeking a seasoned professional with a strong technical foundation and a passion for renewable energy. Ideal candidates will possess the following:
Experience Project Management Expertise: At least 7 years managing renewable energy projects, including solar or energy storage due diligence, project development, construction, equipment supply, operations, or M&A.Utility-Scale Solar Projects: Demonstrated experience with the design, development, and review of utility-scale solar PV projects, including PV modules, inverters, trackers, and other Balance of System (BOS) components.Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Hands-on experience with BESS and familiarity with key concepts such as degradation, augmentation, and round-trip efficiency is a plus.Education & Knowledge Academic Background: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, Finance). A Master's degree in Renewable Energy or a related discipline is a strong advantage.Technical Acumen:
Comprehensive knowledge of solar technologies and the ability to evaluate key project metrics (KPIs).High-level understanding of energy modeling for solar PV projects.Familiarity with contractual reviews for EPC, O&M, PPAs, asset management agreements, and credit agreements.Experience in defining and reviewing provisional acceptance and commissioning requirements.Soft Skills: Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and effectively.Collaboration: Strong team player capable of managing multiple complex projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Language Skills Primary: Fluency in Spanish (fluent) and English (proficient in both written and spoken communication).Additional Languages: Proficiency in French or Portuguese would be a plus.What we offerWorking on local and international projects alongside our UL experts.Permanent contract with a flexible weekly schedule.Competitive salary based on experience + bonus (10%).Access to our UL University to keep on learning and growing your personal career.Matrix organization where you will be able to collaborate with different departments and develop new skill sets.Really good and friendly working environment with an open mindset.Lunch vouchers, private medical insurance, and life insurance.Possibility of working from home 2 days per week from Barcelona or remote in Spain.Learn MoreEveryone here is unique. But we're also a global community, working together to help create a safer world. We tackle complex challenges together, share our ideas freely and develop deep and lasting bonds. Join UL Solutions and you can connect with the brightest minds in the business, all bringing their distinct perspectives and diverse backgrounds together to deliver real change.
To learn more about us and the work we do, visit https://www.ul.com/industries/energy-and-utilities/renewables Working at UL Solutions is exciting, challenging and incredibly rewarding. It provides endless opportunities to learn, innovate and ultimately, help create a safer and more sustainable future. We can't wait for you to start your journey with us.
About UsA global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
Job InfoJob Identification 942Job Category EngineeringPosting Date 12/11/2024, 11:29 AMDegree Level Master's DegreeJob Shift Day
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