Powen is a prominent Spanish renewable energy firm specializing in solar photovoltaic self-consumption solutions for residential, industrial, and agricultural sectors. The company provides comprehensive services including the design, installation, and maintenance of solar panels and energy storage systems, aiming to empower consumers to generate their own clean energy. With a strong focus on sustainability and technological innovation, Powen has scaled significantly within the European and Latin American markets.

Based in Madrid, Powen represents a dynamic opportunity for international professionals looking to enter the green energy space in Spain. The company fosters a culture of innovation and environmental responsibility, frequently seeking experts in operations, engineering, and project management. As the renewable sector continues to boom in the Iberian Peninsula, Powen serves as a key employer for those dedicated to the global energy transition.

Founded in 2017 in Madrid, Powen was established to promote energy independence through solar self-consumption. The company has quickly grown into a leader in the Spanish solar market and has expanded its footprint internationally to Mexico and Portugal.

For international professionals

Headquartered in Madrid, providing a central location for international professionals relocating to Spain.
Operates in the strategic renewable energy sector, which is a high-growth industry in Spain with strong government support.
Maintains an international presence with operations in Mexico and Portugal, offering a multicultural business environment.
Focuses on the 'Energy Transition' sector, which currently sees high demand for specialized engineering and project management talent.

Operations Project Manager

Powen

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

Job Description

We are looking for an Operations Project Manager, specialized in construction execution, with extensive experience in solar energy projects at utility scale and/or photovoltaic self-consumption, to be responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of projects in a growth environment.

The position will play a key role in the correct execution of projects, ensuring operational excellence, profitability, compliance with deadlines, and the quality of installations, acting as the connection point between the technical, installation, and operations areas.

Plan, coordinate, and supervise the execution of photovoltaic projects.
Comprehensive management of photovoltaic self-consumption projects (commercial and industrial), with and without batteries.
Operational coordination with:
- technical office,
- permitting/processing,
- installation teams,
- operations and after-sales.
Monitoring projects in terms of deadlines, costs, quality, and scope.
Control and optimization of operational processes to improve efficiency and on-site results.
Ensure compliance with technical, electrical, and occupational risk prevention (PRL) regulations.
Management and coordination of internal teams, installers, and subcontractors.
Selection, negotiation, and monitoring of suppliers and technical partners assigned to projects.
Definition and monitoring of operational KPIs associated with the projects.
Coordination of the project handover from the commercial area to operations.
Resolution of technical and operational incidents during construction execution.
Availability for travel to construction sites.

Higher technical education: Industrial, Electrical, Energy Engineering, or similar.
Between 8 and 10 years of experience in project or operations management, with a strong focus on construction.
Demonstrable experience in the photovoltaic solar energy and self-consumption sector.
Solid knowledge of photovoltaic installations, legalization processes, and applicable regulations.
Experience managing several projects simultaneously.
Planning, organization, and decision-making capacity in a construction environment.

Experience in companies in a growth or scaling phase.
Experience in industrial self-consumption or medium and high-power installations.
Proficiency in ERP, CRM, and project management tools.
Results-oriented and focused on continuous improvement.
Practical, decisive profile with high involvement in execution.
Sensitivity and commitment to sustainability and the energy transition.
Residing in Madrid or Seville.

Joining a renewable energy company in full growth.
Direct participation in the execution of the company's strategic projects.
Stable position with a long-term project.
Technical role with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy in projects.
Competitive salary consistent with a senior Project Manager profile, with a variable component linked to project objectives.
Good working environment and committed team.
Real possibilities for professional development and internal growth.

View original advert (Spanish)

Buscamos un/a Project Manager de Operaciones, especializado/a en ejecución de obra, con amplia experiencia en proyectos de energía solar a nivel utility y/o autoconsumo fotovoltaico, que se responsabilice de la planificación, coordinación y ejecución de proyectos en un entorno de crecimiento.

La posición tendrá un papel clave en la correcta ejecución de los proyectos, asegurando la excelencia operativa, la rentabilidad, el cumplimiento de los plazos y la calidad de las instalaciones, actuando como punto de conexión entre las áreas técnica, de instalaciones y de operaciones.

Planificar, coordinar y supervisar la ejecución de proyectos fotovoltaicos.
Gestión integral de proyectos de autoconsumo fotovoltaico (comercial e industrial), con y sin baterías.
Coordinación operativa con:
- oficina técnica,
- tramitación,
- equipos de instalación,
- operaciones y postventa.
Seguimiento de los proyectos en términos de plazos, costes, calidad y alcance.
Control y optimización de los procesos operativos para mejorar eficiencia y resultados en obra.
Garantizar el cumplimiento de la normativa técnica, eléctrica y de prevención de riesgos laborales (PRL).
Gestión y coordinación de equipos internos, instaladores y subcontratas.
Selección, negociación y seguimiento de proveedores y partners técnicos asignados a los proyectos.
Definición y seguimiento de KPIs operativos asociados a los proyectos.
Coordinación del traspaso de proyectos desde el área comercial a operaciones.
Resolución de incidencias técnicas y operativas durante la ejecución de obra.
Disponibilidad para desplazamientos a obra.

Formación técnica superior: Ingeniería Industrial, Eléctrica, Energía o similar.
Experiencia de entre 8 y 10 años en gestión de proyectos u operaciones, con fuerte foco en obra.
Experiencia demostrable en el sector de la energía solar fotovoltaica y autoconsumo.
Conocimiento sólido de instalaciones fotovoltaicas, procesos de legalización y normativa aplicable.
Experiencia gestionando simultáneamente varios proyectos.
Capacidad de planificación, organización y toma de decisiones en entorno de obra.

Experiencia en empresas en fase de crecimiento o escalado.
Experiencia en autoconsumo industrial o instalaciones de media y gran potencia.
Manejo de ERP, CRM y herramientas de gestión de proyectos.
Orientación a resultados y mejora continua.
Perfil práctico, resolutivo y con alta implicación en la ejecución.
Sensibilidad y compromiso con la sostenibilidad y la transición energética.
Vivir en Madrid o Sevilla.

Incorporación a una empresa de energías renovables en pleno crecimiento.
Participación directa en la ejecución de proyectos estratégicos de la compañía.
Posición estable con proyecto a largo plazo.
Rol técnico con alto grado de responsabilidad y autonomía en proyectos.
Salario competitivo acorde a un perfil senior de Project Manager, con variable ligado a objetivos de proyecto.
Buen ambiente de trabajo y equipo comprometido.
Posibilidades reales de desarrollo profesional y crecimiento interno.

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