Senior Project Manager FM
Job Summary
Mexens (previously Technique Solaire) is an international independent solar power producer operating in France Spain India and the Netherlands.
Founded in 2008 the company has more than 230 employees and a strong track record in developing financing building and operating photovoltaic projects.
In Spain the subsidiary established in 2022 oversees several projects under construction and a rapidly expanding pipeline with the ambition to reach 500 MWp of operational assets by 2030.
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the execution of solar PV projects across Spain. The position is based in Madrid with frequent visits to construction sites and reports directly to the Country Director Spain. You will collaborate closely with both the Spanish and French project teams (Legal Finance Engineering Procurement).
This role is critical for ensuring the technical financial and administrative success of our projectsfrom tendering and contract negotiation through construction commissioning and final handover to operations.
Construction Management
Prepare EPC tender packages lead commercial and contractual negotiations and oversee contract execution.
Coordinate preliminary site activities (topography geotechnical studies hydrology assessments pull-out tests etc.).
Develop and manage budgets schedules and cost controls.
Run the project Financial Model in order to evaluate projects profitability
Coordinate with the Financing team in order to secure funding for the project
Oversee progress of works ensuring adherence to timelines scope quality and contractual obligations.
Ensure compliance with regulations insurance requirements quality standards HSE protocols and environmental guidelines.
Technical & Administrative Coordination
Review and ensure the quality of project deliverables. Coordinate procurement and subcontracting relationships with grid operators and local authorities to secure permits licenses and all administrative approvals required for commissioning.
Certify contractual and administrative milestones.
Site Supervision
Conduct regular site inspections to validate construction progress and quality.
Lead weekly and monthly coordination meetings with EPC contractors Owners Engineer HSE managers and other stakeholders.
Reporting & Handover
Provide periodic progress reports to management.
Manage the transfer of completed projects to the operations team.
Miscellaneous
Provide project execution expertise to the M&A team helping them assess deals
Support other departments (development engineering finance commercial) when needed.
Education & Experience
Degree in Civil Mechanical Electrical Industrial or Energy Engineering.
7 years of experience in project management for PV plant construction ideally from the EPC/contractor side.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel MS Project).
Knowledge of PVsyst QGIS and AutoCAD is a plus.
Languages
Fluent in Spanish and English.
French is an additional asset.
Key Competencies
Strong leadership and ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Solid negotiation and communication abilities.
Results-oriented rigorous and collaborative.
Actively participate in the energy transition
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1 to 2 days of remote work
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About Company
Mexens est un groupe multi-énergies acteur de la transformation des territoires qui déploie avec vous des solutions innovantes et durables. Groupe intégré nous maîtrisons 100% de la chaîne de valeur.