ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 40 countries. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for water management, renewable energy production, and large-scale construction projects, positioning itself as a key player in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, it is one of Spain's most prominent multinational corporations and is listed on the IBEX 35 index.

Headquartered in Madrid, ACCIONA offers extensive opportunities for international professionals, particularly in engineering, project management, and sustainability. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, frequently recruiting global talent for its complex international projects managed from Spain. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability makes it a top choice for professionals looking to build a career in the green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Formed in 1997 through the merger of Entrecanales y Távora and MZOV, companies with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. It has since evolved from a traditional construction firm into a global leader in sustainability and renewable energy.

Renewable Gases Business Development Manager

ACCIONA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce, consisting of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We seek people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona, in its Circular Economy business line, needs to incorporate a Renewable Gases Business Development Manager.

The Circularity and Renewable Gases division of ACCIONA develops, designs, builds, operates, and maintains renewable gas projects (Biomethane, Hydrogen ...), CO2 recovery, waste management, and emerging materials recycling.

Job Description

MISSION

Identify, develop, and execute business opportunities related to renewable gases, biomethane, renewable hydrogen, and other energy vectors, contributing to the sustainable growth of the company through project development, strategic alliances, and new markets.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the development of biomethane, renewable hydrogen, and other sustainable fuel projects, analyzing technical, economic, and regulatory feasibility
Develop business models, investment plans, and business cases
Manage relationships with clients, partners, administrations, and investors, negotiating collaboration, supply, offtake, and joint development agreements
Coordinate internal teams (engineering, finance, legal, and operations) and participate in financing and grant processes
Represent the company in sector forums and energy industry events
Lead the origination of raw material supply agreements for biomethane projects and identify vertical integration opportunities in the value chain
Develop commercial strategies for the sale of biomethane, renewable hydrogen, biogenic CO₂, and other sustainability products or attributes
Coordinate technical, financial, environmental, and regulatory due diligence processes, and identify growth opportunities through acquisitions, joint ventures, or strategic alliances
Monitor national and European regulatory evolution related to renewable gases and energy markets

Candidate Requirements

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Environmental Sciences, or similar
Master's in Energy Management, Finance, or Business Administration is valued

Experience

5-7 years in business development, project management, or commercial activities in the energy, renewable, gas, or industrial sectors

Skills

Strategic vision, business orientation, and negotiation and influence capacity
Analytical and financial thinking, cross-functional leadership, and innovation
Executive communication and institutional relationship management

Knowledge

English C1
Energy markets, biomethane, biogas, renewable hydrogen, and alternative fuels
Financial modeling, investment evaluation, and Project Finance
Structuring of energy projects and regulation (RED III, Fit for 55)
Energy contracts: PPA, HPA, BPA, GSA, and offtake agreements
Guarantees of Origin and sustainability certification
Spanish and European gas market
Voluntary and regulated carbon markets

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We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and therefore we work to promote an inclusive environment in which respect, belonging, and commitment are promoted so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite all people to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best companies to work for in Spain.

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Somos una compañía global, líder en el desarrollo de infraestructuras regenerativas que generan un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Nuestra plantilla, formada por más de 65.000 profesionales y presente en más de 40 países de los cinco continentes, contribuye a nuestra misión de diseñar un planeta mejor. Buscamos personas que quieran marcar la diferencia, promover el desarrollo sostenible y encontrar soluciones a los mayores desafíos globales, incluidos el cambio climático, la sobrepoblación y la escasez hídrica. Únete a nosotros en la búsqueda de soluciones para lograr un futuro sostenible.

Acciona, en su línea de negocio de Economía Circular, precisa incorporar a un Responsable de Desarrollo de Negocio Gases Renovables.

La división de Circularidad y Gases Renovables de ACCIONA desarrolla, diseña, construye, opera y mantiene proyectos de gases renovables ( Biometano, Hidrogeno ...), valorización de CO2, gestión de residuos y reciclaje de materiales emergentes.

Descripción del puesto

MISIÓN

Identificar, desarrollar y ejecutar oportunidades de negocio relacionadas con gases renovables, biometano, hidrógeno renovable y otros vectores energéticos, contribuyendo al crecimiento sostenible de la compañía mediante el desarrollo de proyectos, alianzas estratégicas y nuevos mercados.

RESPONSABILIDADES DEL PUESTO

Liderar el desarrollo de proyectos de biometano, hidrógeno renovable y otros combustibles sostenibles, analizando viabilidad técnica, económica y regulatoria
Elaborar modelos de negocio, planes de inversión y casos de negocio
Gestionar relaciones con clientes, socios, administraciones e inversores, negociando acuerdos de colaboración, suministro, offtake y desarrollo conjunto
Coordinar equipos internos (ingeniería, finanzas, legal y operaciones) y participar en procesos de financiación y subvenciones
Representar a la compañía en foros sectoriales y eventos de la industria energética
Liderar la originación de acuerdos de suministro de materias primas para proyectos de biometano e identificar oportunidades de integración vertical en la cadena de valor
Desarrollar estrategias comerciales para la venta de biometano, hidrógeno renovable, CO₂ biogénico y otros productos o atributos de sostenibilidad
Coordinar procesos de due diligence técnica, financiera, ambiental y regulatoria, e identificar oportunidades de crecimiento mediante adquisiciones, joint ventures o alianzas estratégicas
Monitorizar la evolución normativa nacional y europea relacionada con gases renovables y mercados energéticos

Requisitos del candidato

Formación

Grado en Ingeniería, ADE, Economía, Ciencias Ambientales o similar
Valorable Máster en Gestión de la Energía, Finanzas o Dirección de Empresas

Experiencia

5-7 años en desarrollo de negocio, gestión de proyectos o actividades comerciales en sectores energético, renovable, gasista o industrial

Habilidades

Visión estratégica, orientación al negocio y capacidad de negociación e influencia
Pensamiento analítico y financiero, liderazgo transversal e innovación
Comunicación ejecutiva y gestión de relaciones institucionales

Conocimientos

Inglés C1
Mercados energéticos, biometano, biogás, hidrógeno renovable y combustibles alternativos
Modelización financiera, evaluación de inversiones y Project Finance
Estructuración de proyectos energéticos y regulación (RED III, Fit for 55)
Contratos energéticos: PPA, HPA, BPA, GSA y offtake agreements
Garantías de Origen y certificación de sostenibilidad
Mercado gasista español y europeo
Mercados voluntarios y regulados de carbono