Job description
The Construction Project Manager will join an experienced team within CIP Terra Europe responsible for delivering the construction of renewable energy projects across Europe. The role reports to the CIP Terra EPC Director, with reference points into CIP's Investment Team.
The Construction Project Manager will play a key role in delivering CIP Terra's BESS projects in Italy, ensuring the successful execution of the company's construction strategy across the portfolio. The role will oversee all phases of project delivery, from pre-construction planning, secondary permits, through to commissioning and handover, with a particular focus on supporting the development and construction of utility-scale BESS assets.
The position is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This includes managing construction activities, coordinating key stakeholders, and supervising EPC contractors, main Equipment Suppliers and Owners' Engineers as required. The Construction Project Manager will act as a key representative of CIP Terra throughout the construction lifecycle, ensuring compliance with contractual, technical, regulatory, and HSE requirements while protecting project value and performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of renewable energy construction projects
- Manage site activities, subcontractors, and construction teams to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and permitting teams to align construction schedules and deliverables
- Contract management of the agreement in place during the construction execution
- Monitor project progress, budgets, and timelines using project management tools and reporting systems
- On a weekly basis, conduct regular site inspections and progress meetings with stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, grid connection requirements, and environmental obligations
You
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's or master's degree in economics, science, engineering or a similar field, with proven experience in construction project management.
Moreover, you are action oriented and willing to overcome complex problems to deliver results, with strong personal and professional judgment and the interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with contractors, team members, and stakeholders.
We look for the following in the candidate
- Driven, energetic and positive with strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management expertise
- Strong personal and professional judgment
- Comfortable in a dynamic, high-paced environment, with adaptability to respond quickly to a shifting reality and adjust initiatives and priorities
- Organisational skills and the flexibility to jump from priority to priority, including project / programme management skills
The process
Please apply online as soon as possible as applications will be processed on an ongoing basis. For questions related to the role, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. We do not include CV's and Cover Letters sent by email.
As we continue to improve our candidate experience, diversity and avoid unconscious bias, please avoid having a photo in your CV. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality for all applicants.
Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations and ownership.
CIP Terra Technologies' commitment to diversity and inclusion
CIP Terra Technologies is committed to securing a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected and heard.
A diverse workforce allows CIP Terra Technologies to achieve results through different approaches and solutions to task execution and problem solving. We want all our employees to have equal opportunities for personal growth and career opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, nationality, and ethnicity.
About this role
About Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners
Company Overview
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners K/S
HeadquartersCopenhagen, Denmark
Founded2012
SizeApproximately 530 employees (2024) and estimated annual revenue of €188 million in 2023 (source: cip.com).
What They Do
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) is a private Danish investment firm specializing in green investments in renewable energy. As the world's largest dedicated fund manager in this sector, CIP has raised €32 billion across eleven funds and has a project pipeline of 120 GW. Their core business focuses on managing funds for green investments in offshore and onshore wind, solar energy, biomass, waste-to-energy, transmission and distribution infrastructure, as well as energy storage. CIP holds a global leadership position in offshore wind and offers a wide range of services, including fund management, project development, and financial advisory (source: wikipedia.org).
Projects & Achievements
CIP has an impressive track record with eleven funds, including Copenhagen Infrastructure I, II, III, IV, and V, which have attracted significant investments from institutional investors such as PensionDanmark. Notable projects include offshore wind farms that provide power to millions of households, as well as successful auctions in Estonia for Liivi 1 and Liivi 2 in 2023. Their ongoing projects cover a 120 GW pipeline globally, highlighting their ability to deliver large-scale energy solutions (source: wikipedia.org).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, CIP has completed CI V with a target capital of €12 billion and launched specialized funds such as Advanced Bioenergy and Green Credit. In 2023, they reported a profit of DKK 376 million, an increase from DKK 210 million in 2022. Their focus on renewable energy has also been emphasized in a 2024 white paper presenting 15 policy proposals for Europe's energy system in 2050 (source: cip.com). Their employee count has risen to 532 in 2024, reflecting a growth of 22% from the previous year (source: cip.com).
Working There
CIP offers a range of roles across three main areas: Investment & Fund Management, Investor Relations & Business Development, and Fund Administration. Their culture promotes clear roles, accountability, and employee empowerment, creating an environment with minimal bureaucracy. Employees receive competitive salaries, and there is a focus on ESG initiatives that contribute to society (source: cip.com).
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