Renewable Construction Director - Spain

Hunter Philips Executive Search; Torrejón de Ardoz; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An innovative company is seeking a Renewable Construction Director to lead the construction strategy for utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage projects. This pivotal role involves overseeing EPC performance and project delivery across a 2GW+ national portfolio. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in renewable construction and proven leadership skills, contributing to Spain's energy transition. Join a mission-driven team and make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Formación

• 7+ years’ experience in utility-scale renewable construction.
• Proven leadership in large-scale construction portfolios.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all construction activities for Solar and BESS projects across Spain.
• Develop scalable project execution strategies aligned with business growth.

Conocimientos

Utility-scale renewable construction

Leadership of construction portfolios

Project execution strategies

Contract management expertise

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in English

Descripción del empleo

Role : Renewable Construction Director – Spain

Location : Spain (Remote)

The Company :

This is a rare opportunity to join one of Europe’s most dynamic Independent Power Producers at a pivotal stage of growth. With a secured 2GW+ pipeline across Spain, this developer is delivering utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage projects that will shape the future of energy in Iberia.

Backed by significant investment and led by a strong executive team, the company is rapidly transitioning from development-heavy to full-scale project execution. You will play a critical role in ensuring this growth is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest technical standards.

The Role :

As Renewable Construction Director, you will lead the end-to-end construction strategy for all Spanish utility-scale Solar PV and BESS assets. This is a national leadership role reporting into the C-suite, with full accountability for EPC performance, project delivery, and internal team development.

You will shape the company’s construction function to support long-term, high-volume delivery and ensure the successful execution of multi-technology energy projects across Spain.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead all construction activities for Solar and BESS projects across Spain (20MW–100MW+)
• Develop and implement scalable project execution strategies aligned with business growth
• Oversee EPC tendering, contracting, and delivery performance
• Build and lead a high-performing internal construction management team
• Ensure best-in-class HSE, quality, and grid compliance throughout the portfolio
• Act as a key member of the leadership team, contributing to wider business strategy

Requirements :

• 7+ years’ experience in utility-scale renewable construction (Solar PV and / or BESS)
• Proven leadership of large-scale construction portfolios, ideally in Spain or across Europe
• Strong commercial, technical, and contract management expertise
• Experience building and leading multidisciplinary teams across multiple project sites
• Fluent in Spanish and English

Why Join?

• Take ownership of a 2GW+ national portfolio
• Build and lead a construction function at scale
• Work in a mission-driven company with a clear strategy and strong financial backing
• Play a key role in Spain’s energy transition