Berde Renewables

Project Engineer (Fixed-Term)

Join Berde Renewables in the Philippines as a Project Engineer overseeing solar and renewable energy projects. This role ensures project execution meets schedule, budget, quality, and safety standards. Benefit from working with a leading clean energy company and gain hands-on experience in EPC coordination and HSE enforcement.
Berde Renewables
Berde Renewables
Philippines On-site Contract position USD 80k–120k yearly UTC+08:00

Berde Renewables

Company Overview

Berde Renewables Inc., a privately held portfolio company of I Squared Capital

Pasig, Philippines

2017

Approximately 50 employees (source: linkedin.com)

What They Do

Berde Renewables Inc. specializes in developing integrated B2B renewable energy systems, focusing primarily on behind-the-meter commercial and industrial solar solutions and embedded generation for electric cooperatives. Their technology portfolio includes Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and battery storage projects, utilizing Tier 1 equipment such as Jinko Solar panels and Huawei Technologies inverters to ensure high-quality and reliable installations (source: berderenewables.com). The company targets commercial and industrial businesses across Southeast Asia, with a strong presence in the Philippines and Thailand, partnering with landowners and developers to build profitable solar installations (source: scribd.com). Berde differentiates itself by offering priority access to manufacturer-new equipment through streamlined supply chains and collaborating on technical training and certification programs, enhancing both project quality and workforce expertise (source: blackridgeresearch.com). As a portfolio company of I Squared Capital, Berde benefits from strong financial backing to accelerate the renewable energy transition in the region (source: linkedin.com).

Projects & Track Record

Berde Renewables has completed several notable projects demonstrating its expertise in solar energy development. These include a 515.04 kWp car park solar installation at Wesleyan University in Quezon City and a 1 MW Solar PV rooftop project within the Philippines, showcasing their capability in diverse commercial solar applications (source: scribd.com). The company also executed a significant 5.5 MW PPA project for the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) in partnership with Holcim, which has been recognized as the Best Solar Project of the Year (source: scribd.com). Additionally, Berde manages solar facilities for Holcim Philippines, increasing combined capacity to 12.79 MWp, and has secured a 4.9 MW nationwide project with Wilcon Depot, further solidifying its footprint in the Philippine renewable energy market (source: holcim.ph). Currently, Berde is advancing a joint venture with Thailand-based Power Systems and Solutions Co. Ltd. (PSS) to develop 300 MW of clean energy, with 30 MW under construction and 170 MW in the pipeline, marking a significant expansion into the Southeast Asian market (source: business.inquirer.net).

Recent Developments

In July 2026, Berde Renewables announced a Master Framework Agreement with Sungrow and Solar Hive to procure 200 MW of solar equipment and 500 MWh of battery storage, supporting its expansion across the Philippines and Thailand (source: blackridgeresearch.com). This supply agreement significantly expands Berde's clean energy pipeline and regional footprint (source: facebook.com). The company has also been recognized with multiple awards, including Best Solar EPC Company in the Philippines at the Solar Quarter Week 2022 Leadership Awards and back-to-back honors for Best Solar Project of the Year and Best Engineering Team of the Year at the Solar Quarter 2024 Leadership Awards, underscoring its industry leadership and technical excellence (source: scribd.com). Berde has set an ambitious goal to develop a 500 MW renewable energy portfolio by 2028, reflecting its commitment to accelerating clean energy adoption in Southeast Asia (source: bworldonline.com).

Working There

Berde Renewables offers career opportunities primarily in Asset Operations, Engineering, and Project Development, reflecting its focus on delivering and managing renewable energy projects (source: zoominfo.com). The company operates in both the Philippines and Thailand markets, including a joint venture with Power Systems and Solutions Co. Ltd. (PSS), suggesting potential roles across these regions (source: youtube.com). Berde emphasizes a culture centered on sustainability and building a "brighter tomorrow" through decarbonization and strategic cross-industry partnerships, fostering an environment aligned with global clean energy goals (source: berderenewables.com). Backed by I Squared Capital, which manages over $60 billion in assets, the company provides financial stability and growth potential for its employees (source: blackridgeresearch.com).


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Objective

In charge of overseeing the EPC contractor/s project implementation of the company’s solar and other renewable energy projects according to schedule, budget, quality, and safety.

Dependencies

Engineering / Project Management & Construction / Finance / Business Development / Legal / HR / Admin / Warehouse & Logistics

Key Responsibilities

1. Site Oversight & Coordination

  • Act as the owner’s on-site representative
  • Monitor site activities against:
    • EPC schedule
    • Contractual milestones
    • Approved work plans
  • Coordinate site access, interfaces, and logistics constraints
  • Maintain site presence during critical activities

2. HSE Enforcement

  • Enforce owner HSE rules and fatal risk standards
  • Stop work authority for immediate safety risks
  • Monitor contractor HSE compliance
  • Participate in incident investigations (fact-finding only)

3. Contractual Compliance Monitoring

  • Verify works align with:
    • EPC contract
    • Minimum Technical Requirements
    • Approved method statements (for compliance, not adequacy)
  • Identify deviations and notify the Delivery / Execution Manager
  • Support issuance of:
    • Non-conformance reports (NCRs)
    • Site instructions via contract mechanisms only

4. Progress & Reporting

  • Verify and track weekly site progress
  • Validate contractor progress reports (physical %)
  • Highlight schedule risks early
  • Support milestone verification for payment certificates

5. Interface & Stakeholder Management

  • Coordinate on-site interfaces:
    • Grid operator
    • Local authorities
    • Landowners
  • Ensure site readiness for inspections and audits

6. Commissioning & COD Support

  • Support commissioning readiness checks
  • Witness testing activities as required
  • Verify punch list closure (tracking only)

Educational Attainment

Bachelor’s Degree or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Electronics and Communications Engineering, Instrumentation and Control Engineering or related discipline.

Minimum Required Experience:

  • Licensed Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electronics and Communications Engineer or certified Instrumentation and Control Engineer
  • Minimum 10 years of experience managing solar PV projects, other renewable energy or electrical systems, and team leadership experience.
  • Working knowledge of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC).
  • Strong knowledge and experience in medium to high voltage electric systems and/or SCADA systems for utility, solar or other renewable energy projects
  • Knowledge of electrical power systems and PV design, including plant layout and performance modeling, modules, inverters, racking, and DC/AC collection systems.
  • Preferably Skills in solar project optimization for performance, cost, and constructability.
  • Knowledgeable in construction project management and project site implementation and execution before, during and after the project.

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About the role

July 9, 2026

July 9, 2026

Contract position

On-site

Company

USD 80k–120k yearly

Solar Energy

Berde Renewables

berderenewables.com

  •  Philippines

Senior - Minimum 10 years of experience managing solar PV, renewable energy, or electrical systems, plus team leadership experience

UTC+08:00