EPC Project Manager – Renewable Energy

Approach People; Lyon; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits

Company car

Job summary

Approach People Recruitment is seeking an EPC Project Manager for Renewable Energy to lead end-to-end execution of complex EPC projects across France. The role covers engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning with a focus on budget, schedule, quality, and safety.

You will coordinate internal teams and external partners while ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement in EPC processes.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent required.
• 5-10+ years in project management within EPC, construction, or renewable energy sectors.
• Proven track record managing multi-disciplinary renewable or industrial projects.
• Excellent understanding of contract management, scheduling, and financial control.
• Proficient with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end management of EPC contracts in the renewable energy portfolio.
• Manage budget, schedule, scope, and quality to ensure project success.
• Coordinate internal teams and external contractors across engineering, procurement, construction, and HSE.
• Oversee technical and contractual interfaces with clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Anticipate risks, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions.
• Represent the company as main point of contact with clients and project partners.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of EPC processes and best practices.

Skills

Fluent English

Leadership

Contract management

Budgeting & financial control

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Energy) or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Excel

Job description

EPC Project Manager - Renewable Energy (M/F)

France - Paris / Lyon / Nantes / Toulouse / Marseille
Renewable Energy - Engineering / Procurement / Construction

About the Company

Our client is a leading renewable energy developer and EPC contractor, active across Europe in the design, construction, and operation of solar, wind, and grid infrastructure.
To support its strong growth, the company is seeking an experienced EPC Project Manager to lead the execution of complex renewable energy projects from engineering to commissioning.

Main Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of EPC contracts within the renewable energy portfolio:

• Lead the execution phase of renewable projects (engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning).

• Manage budget, schedule, scope, and quality to ensure project success.

• Coordinate internal teams (engineering, procurement, construction, HSE) and external contractors.

• Oversee technical and contractual interfaces with clients and stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and quality standards.

• Anticipate risks, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions when necessary.

• Represent the company as the main point of contact with clients and project partners.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of EPC processes and best practices.

Profile

• Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Energy) or equivalent.

• 5-10+ years of experience in project management within EPC, construction, or renewable energy sectors.

• Proven track record managing multi-disciplinary renewable or industrial projects (solar, wind, substation, storage).

• Excellent understanding of contract management, scheduling, and financial control.

• Proficient with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, Excel).

• Strong communication and leadership skills, capable of managing diverse teams.

• Fluent in English (French is a plus).

• Willingness to travel occasionally across France and Europe.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: €65,000 - €110,000 / year + annual bonus + benefits + company car.

• Permanent contract (CDI) - hybrid working model.

• Excellent career growth potential toward Senior Project Manager / EPC Director.

Why Join?

• Take ownership of large-scale renewable EPC projects with full autonomy.

• Work in a fast-growing, international, and technically stimulating environment.

• Be part of a company driving the energy transition across Europe.