Senior Project Manager (m/w/d)

Become a Senior Project Manager with European Energy in Barcelona, Spain, overseeing wind, solar, and BESS projects. Lead from concept to construction, manage risks, and engage with stakeholders. Enjoy an agile work environment and a collaborative culture focused on the green transition. Join European Energy A/S as a Senior Project Manager in Barcelona, Spain, and make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. You will lead wind, solar, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects from conception to financial close. Collaborate with local stakeholders and internal teams while enjoying an entrepreneurial work culture that values trust and agility. Benefit from knowledge sharing and a supportive environment dedicated to the green transition.

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European Energy A/S

Company Overview

Name

European Energy A/S

Headquarters

Søborg, Denmark

Founded

2004

Size

Approximately 800 employees globally (source: europeanenergy.com).

What They Do

European Energy A/S specializes in the development of renewable energy projects, including solar energy, wind energy, and Power-to-X technologies. Since 2021, the company has expanded its focus to include the production of green hydrogen and e-methanol, making it a key player in the international renewable energy market (source: europeanenergy.com). Their services range from greenfield projects to full project management, including permitting, engineering design, procurement, and operation and maintenance of solar power plants (source: europeanenergy.com). Target markets include both Europe and North America, where they offer long-term investments and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) to businesses (source: eenorthamerica.com). In North America, they currently have 3 GW of projects under development with a goal of reaching 10 GW by 2027, which is equivalent to powering 7.5 million homes (source: eenorthamerica.com).

Projects & Achievements

The company has completed notable projects, including Denmark's first green hydrogen plant, inaugurated in 2024, as well as the world's first large-scale commercial e-methanol plant called Kassø, also in Denmark (source: europeanenergy.com). European Energy has a development pipeline of over 66 GW in solar, wind, and energy storage, as well as 15 GWh in BESS projects (source: europeanenergy.com). In the USA, they have 3 GW of projects in various stages of development aiming to reach 10 GW by 2027 (source: eenorthamerica.com). The company works closely with local developers and investors to secure land rights and execute projects efficiently (source: europeanenergy.com). Their geographical presence is strong in Denmark and Europe, with active expansion into North America, including planned offices in Washington D.C. and Austin, Texas (source: eenorthamerica.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, European Energy inaugurated its first green hydrogen plant in Denmark in 2024, followed by the launch of the Kassø e-methanol plant, marking the world's first large-scale commercial operation of its kind (source: europeanenergy.com). The company has also completed several development agreements and has undergone a quiet ownership transition, where founder Knud Erik Andersen has included his children as passive owners (source: energywatch.com). No specific information has been disclosed regarding acquisitions, mergers, or funding rounds in the available sources for 2024-2025.

Working There

European Energy offers a wide range of roles within the project lifecycle, including development, engineering, procurement, project management, and operation and maintenance of solar power plants (source: europeanenergy.com). Hiring is active in Søborg, Denmark, and there are plans to hire locally in North America to support projects towards the 10 GW goal (source: eenorthamerica.com). With around 800 employees globally as of mid-2024, the company contributes to new American jobs through its investments in the USA (source: europeanenergy.com). The company culture is characterized by a strong track record in contract management and full-cycle expertise, led by CEO Knud Erik Andersen, who holds a master's degree in engineering from the Technical University of Denmark (source: europeanenergy.com). No specific benefits packages have been documented in the sources.

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Are you looking to join an international company in the renewable energy industry where you can make a difference every day? This is your chance to make an impact on the renewable energy landscape in Spain through developing and coordinating our wind-, solar (PV) and BESS projects in this market.

European Energy is a Danish-founded green energy company in exponential growth. We develop, construct, and operate projects within PV, Wind, Bess and Power-to-X projects. Our core values are the foundation of everything we do: In it together, Trust and courage, Ambition, Excitement, Inclusion, and Agility.

Your new team

You will join our engaged and dedicated Project Development team in Barcelona. The teams responsibility is to identify, engage and negotiate with landowners/development partners to obtain land rights to develop utility-scale renewable energy projects. The team works closely together with colleagues based in our Headquarter in Copenhagen - and you will do the same. Furthermore, you will interact with different stakeholders like mayors, administrations and co-development companies.

Your new role

As our new Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for wind, photovoltaic and BESS projects in Spain during the development phase, from conception (internal project development) or screening (project acquisition) to financial close and handover to the EPC Project Manager for construction.

Your main responsibilities include

Lead and manage wind, solar PV and BESS projects in Spain (up to 150 MW) from concept to Ready-to-Build (RTB).
Evaluate project risks, economics, and investment potential to support internal approvals.
Oversee permitting processes and ensure the timely acquisition of construction permits.
Prepare detailed project presentations, reports, and financial models.
Negotiate land and development contracts in coordination with legal teams.
Maintain long-term relationships with landowners and manage lease renewals.
Engage proactively with local communities and key stakeholders.
Track project timelines, budgets, and documentation to ensure smooth project execution.
Coordinate effectively with internal teams (especially EPC) and external partners.

Your profile

You hold a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant technical field from a university or equivalent institution.
You bring at least 5 years of experience in a similar project management role within the renewable energy sector. Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is a plus.
You have recent hands-on experience in the Spanish wind and solar PV industry and you are familiar with the full project lifecycle, particularly the permitting phase.
You are familiar with GIS tools and project management software.
You possess a valid driving license.
You are fluent in Spanish, with a professional-level English proficiency.

With us, you get

An entrepreneurial and agile approach to your work. In daily life, it means it is not far from thought to action, and when you are given a mandate, we trust in your abilities.
A shared vision for the green transition, and what we do as a company, we do together. In a truly international environment.
Knowledge sharing is important for us. We start every other Monday with our global weekly morning meeting. Here the executive management and departments give us an update on projects and current focus areas.
A collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture where you can grow, develop, and contribute to a profitable, growing, and successful global group.