Head of Projects (m/w/d)

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

Please consider that we welcome applications from all group locations.

The Head of Projects leads the execution of complex infrastructure or energy projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, investment committee assumptions, and contractual obligations. The Head of Projects manages a team of Project Managers and oversee all phases from feasibility to final acceptance, including potential involvement during the O&M phase.

Strategic Oversight & Portfolio Management

• Supervise the execution of multiple complex projects, ensuring consistency in methodology, quality, and performance
• Ensure alignment of project execution with investment committee decisions and strategic KPIs
• Monitor portfolio-level risks, budget adherence, and schedule performance
• Lead steering committees and escalate critical issues to senior management

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 4-5 Project Managers
• Define individual and collective objectives aligned with departmental goals
• Ensure balanced workload distribution and resource allocation
• Promote a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal governance, legal obligations, and external stakeholder requirements (lenders, authorities, offtakers)
• Oversee the implementation of E&S, HSE, and quality standards across all projects
• Validate key project deliverables and ensure timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the primary interface between Project Managers, Asset Owners, PMO, Engineering, Procurement, and financing teams
• Facilitate coordination with external consultants, Owner's Engineers, and governmental bodies
• Support the reporting and drawdown processes with lenders and ensure audit readiness

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Consolidate project progress, financials, claims, and risk logs at portfolio level
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to senior management and external stakeholders
• Lead lessons learned and REX processes across projects to foster continuous improvement

Process & Methodology

• Standardize project execution processes and tools across the team
• Ensure proper use of cost control, scheduling, and risk management tools
• Promote best practices in contract management, commissioning, and close-out procedures

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

• Proven experience in managing large-scale, complex infrastructure or energy projects
• In depth knowledge in solar, wind, hydro, and/or storage energy fields
• In-depth knowledge of industrial project construction or the energy sector
• Deep understanding of EPC contracts, project finance, and stakeholder coordination
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities
• Fluent in English; other languages are a plus
• Master's degree from an engineering school
• Master's degree in project management or PMP is a plus
• In-depth knowledge of HSES regulations
• Proficiency in office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project, etc.)

KEY SKILLS

Personal skills:

• Thoroughness
• Autonomy
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organization
• Reactivity
• Adaptability
• Leadership

Professional skills:

• Managerial skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to respond quickly in various professional situations
• Resilience to stress
• Enjoyment of work on construction sites
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and develop action plans
• Negotiation skills

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