Construction Project Manager

Base Location: Madrid, Bilbao, Zaragoza or Santiago de Compostela, Spain

Salary: Competitive + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your wellbeing, finances and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

You will join our Southern Europe Renewables business and lead construction projects to deliver renewable energy plants across Spain and Europe. Your role involves building project teams, managing budgets, ensuring timeliness, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety. You'll report to the Head of Construction for Southern Europe and work closely with key stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities will include managing contracts and ensuring scope, risk, quality, and cost requirements are met. Lead communication with contractors and internal teams to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.

You will

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of onshore renewable construction projects in Spain and Southern Europe.
• Support procurement and program activities, CAPEX estimations and scheduled definition during the preparatory phase of construction.
• Manage a team of project professionals to deliver high-quality projects within budget and on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality legislation, and effectively manage construction contracts.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success.

You have 

• Significant knowledge of construction renewable energy projects and project management practices.
• Strong understanding of health & safety legislation, quality standards, and risk management in infrastructure projects.
• Experience in site and project management in the wind and PV sectors, with an engineering degree ideally in Civil/Electrical.
• Fluency in English is essential with a second European language. (Spanish, French or Greek preferred.)
• Willingness to travel regularly to project construction sites in Spain and Southern Europe.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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