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Solar Project Manager

Country / Region: City: Paris

EDP has been in France since 2008 developing and managing wind and solar renewable energy installations. We currently have more than 600 MW of capacity under management, but we are adding new installations every year. Our installations prevent 50,000 tons of CO2 from being emitted into the atmosphere. We are also investing significantly in the energy of the future; through OceanWinds, we have more than 1 GW of offshore wind projects in the pipeline, including 24 MW of floating wind, in France.

EDP Energie France is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

As the Delivery Manager, you will contribute to EDP’s Solar Distributed Generation ambition in France by ensuring good execution of new projects. You will coordinate with local partners and subcontractors for the execution of decentralized solar projects and manage several projects simultaneously after project signature.

Integrated into our dedicated team for France, the main functions will be:

1. Lead the project execution of solar power plants, managing the work of external providers in charge of the construction of the project and ensuring the respect of contractual deadlines and technical requirements.
2. Supervise development partners during the development phase, ensure development deadlines are met, help partners overcome potential development hurdles, and identify potential for internalization of development activities.
3. Coordinate with the asset management team for the monitoring of assets in operation and ensure the correct O&M and billing operations of the providers.
4. Support the identification of regulatory requirements in France and update technical specifications and offers to ensure compliance.
5. Ensure personal safety and that of third parties by complying with and enforcing regulations on occupational risk prevention.
6. Ensure EDP standards are adhered to by EPC partners and other relevant stakeholders.
7. Coordinate with sales teams to develop relevant offers, ensuring technical feasibility.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

What are we looking for:

1. University training in engineering. Electrical Specialty or equivalent preferred.
2. Minimum experience of 5 years in electrical projects: photovoltaic installations, preferably industrial self-consumption installations or large-scale generation installations, electrical substations, transformer substations, high, medium and low voltage power grids and lighting.
3. Experience in leading internal or external (subcontractors) teams in the execution of technical projects.
4. Technical knowledge to challenge and discuss solutions with external teams (subcontractors).
5. Knowledge of the French electricity sector and current legislation on self-consumption and electrical installations.
6. Microsoft Office Power User (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, OneNote).
7. Availability to travel frequently within France.
8. Knowledge of tools such as PVSyst, Helioscope.
9. Working proficiency in French.

The following will be valued:

English level B2

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our mission.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

As a top employer we:

1. Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making.
2. Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits.
3. Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility.

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