Our Partner, ID Energy Group, a leading specialist in solar photovoltaic energy with over 13 years of experience, is dedicated to supporting clients through the energy transition with a highly skilled and flexible team. They are currently seeking a Project Manager – Construction (renewable energy) to join their Construction Management Team in Budapest, Hungary. The ideal candidate will have experience in the EPC of utility-scale solar projects and will oversee all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule and within budget while managing risks and maximizing margins. The Project Manager will report directly to the Head of Operations.
 
If you are interested in this opportunity, submit your application for the following position:
 
PROJECT MANAGER – CONSTRUCTION
 
Key responsibilities:
  • Unsure project metrics comply with HSE, budget, time and quality criteria and policies
  • Coordinate internal departments (Construction, Project Development, Procurement, Quality, HSE, Legal, Finance, Asset Management, etc.)
  • Closing EPC contract negotiation with Clients
  • Estimate the project budget and cash flow
  • Follow up cost controlling to avoid deviations
  • Manage contract negotiations, change orders, and other agreements with EPC subcontractors and vendors, and oversee all subcontractors’ work in all phases
  • Supervise project timeline, identify critical path and key milestones for project’s success
  • Communication with stakeholders (client, utilities and authorities) having jurisdictions regarding interconnection, permitting, and other regulatory compliance issues
  • Identify the sources of likely problems and proactively take preventive measures to avoid any potential project risks, and determine response actions to mitigate any negative impact
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related Engineering fields (electrical licensing strongly preferred)
  • PMP certification is a strong advantage
  • Proven track record of 2+ years of utility-scale EPC solar project management experience, including ground mount projects over 10 MW
  • Proficient in Hungarian and advanced in English
  • Experience in contractual documentation and technical specifications, basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
  • Demonstrate good experience in supply contracts, budgets, cash flows, time schedules and tender experience
  • Experience in EPC negotiations
  • Strong ability to lead and influence project stakeholders to obtain desired outcomes
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, self-motivated with demonstrated problem-solving capability
  • Advanced proficiency in Construction Management Software (ideally Microsoft Project) and MS Excel
  • Driving license ("B" type)
  • Flexibility to travel to project sites in various locations whenever necessary and/or stay abroad for periods of time
What they offer:
  • Opportunity to join a fast-growing international company
  • Participation in innovative energy solutions and large-scale projects in Hungary & SEE
  • Work in a dynamic environment where is room for new ideas and improvements
  • Possibility of professional and personal development
  • Freedom to think outside the box, create and realize
  • Friendly, fair and open working atmosphere
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Home office possibilities
Location:
  • Office at the heart of Budapest
If you are interested in this job opportunity, please send us your resume
in both Hungarian and English by clicking the "APPLY" button below!