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Voltalia

Contract Manager (m/w/d)

Become a Contract Manager with Voltalia in the United Kingdom, overseeing contracts for renewable energy projects. You'll draft and negotiate contracts, optimize commercial leverage, and manage project documentation. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to a sustainable future.
Voltalia
Voltalia
United Kingdom   Flexible   Contract Position  UTC+00:00

Voltalia

Company Overview

Voltalia SA

Paris, France

2005

Approximately 1,000 employees (source: moomoo.com). Market capitalization of about 1.3 billion euros on Euronext Paris (source: moomoo.com).

What They Do

Voltalia specializes in renewable energy, with a particular focus on wind, solar, hydro, biomass, and battery energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive range of services from development and engineering to construction, operation, maintenance, and asset management, for both its own facilities and third-party clients (source: moomoo.com). Approximately 99% of its revenue comes from renewable energy production in Latin America, Europe, and Africa, highlighting its commitment to sustainability and energy independence (source: triodos-im.com). Target markets include both emerging and developed countries, with clients such as network operators like EDF, and hybrid solutions integrating solar panels with storage systems to ensure grid stability (source: pv-tech.org).

Projects and Background

Notable projects by Voltalia include the 400 MW Canudos solar plant in Brazil, commissioned in 2021, and the 600 MW Serra Branca wind complex, also in Brazil, completed in 2018. In France, the 35 MW Mont de Savel wind farm was inaugurated in 2017, while the 30 MW Quinta do Anjo solar plant in Portugal was commissioned in 2020 (source: dcfmodeling.com). In 2023, Voltalia also expanded its capabilities with a 5 MW solar and 5 MW/10.6 MWh battery storage expansion in French Guiana, bringing the total capacity of the facility to 19 MW and 27 MWh (source: pv-tech.org).

Recent Developments

Over the past two years, Voltalia announced the start of construction on a 43 MW hybrid solar-storage plant in Sainte-Anne, French Guiana, expected to be completed by 2028 (source: pv-tech.org). In 2023, the company also commissioned the 5 MW expansion in French Guiana, further strengthening its presence in the region. While no major acquisitions or fundraising have been reported recently, Voltalia's public position supports ongoing investments totaling 1.4 billion euros by 2022 (source: dcfmodeling.com).

Working with Them

Voltalia offers positions in various fields such as development, engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance, with career opportunities primarily based at its headquarters in Paris and its international sites, including Brazil and French Guiana (source: triodos-im.com). The company culture emphasizes local hiring and assessing social accessibility, as well as environmental impact studies for all projects. While specific benefits are not detailed, operations in diverse regions suggest opportunities in project-based roles supporting global expansion (source: triodos-im.com).

Contact


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As an Independent Power Producer, Voltalia operates in over 20 countries, developing, building, and maintaining renewable energy projects and services across five key technologies: solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and storage. Backed by the AFM Group, a globally recognized, family-owned investment group, we benefit from long-term stability and a shared commitment to sustainable growth.

By the end of 2024, our operational and under-construction capacity reached 3.3 gigawatts-a 14% increase since 2023. With 1,500 employees worldwide, we thrive in a fast-moving environment driven by adaptability, innovation, and collaboration.

In our company, your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. Whether you're driving projects forward, optimizing operations, or leading strategic initiatives, you're contributing to our mission to improve the global environment and foster local development.

At Voltalia, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, whatever your race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, age, disability, sexual orientation, and experience. In our company, diversity drives innovation and contributes to a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to make an impact? Bring your energy-let's power a sustainable future together!

YOUR MISSIONS

Voltalia's subsidiary for the O&M and EPC third party services is looking for a Contract Manager to be involved on a portfolio of projects across all energies and geographies in both EPC and O&M Business Lines, supporting the project team on contractual and legal aspects. You will have the following responsibilities:

  • Draft contracts and amendments, bring continuous improvement to the contract templates;
  • Support contract negotiations;
  • Identify and optimize the contract's commercial leverage;
  • Prepare the contract summary to be presented to management.
  • Analyse and negotiate supplier contracts;
  • Improve and optimize existing subcontract templates and general purchasing terms;
  • Support Procurement and Construction negotiating orders;
  • Analyse and measure the risk versus the opportunities;
  • Manage and supervise changes, variations and claims in both EPC and O&M Contracts and subcontracts;
  • Manage the project's contract documentation and communications;
  • Set up and monitor contractual management processes for ongoing projects;
  • Set up and track the project performance indicators;
  • Inform the team on main contract risks;

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

  • Master's degree or Degree in Law or Engineering;
  • At least 5 years of professional experience as Contract Manager (construction contracts, equipment purchases or engineering contracts);
  • Knowledge and experience in renewable energies and energy sector and its regulation is a strong plus;
  • Knowledge of corporate taxation and ability to measure the impact of taxes on the contract's P&L;
  • Knowledge of a project's lifecycles (methods, processes, project management practices);
  • English language domain;
  • Availability for national and international travels

KEY SKILLS

  • Analysis and interpretation ability;
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution;
  • Ability to synthetize and prioritize;
  • Ability to work autonomously and as a team player;
  • Proactive;
  • Resilient in a dynamic environment;
  • Creative problem solving for critical projects /on site crisis situations;

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December 25, 2025

Contract Position

Company

January 13, 2026

Flexible

Voltalia

voltalia.com

  •  United Kingdom

At least 5 years of professional experience

UTC+00:00

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