Senior BESS Project Manager Cascais São Domingos de Rana

R. Power is a leading independent renewable energy producer in Poland and other European markets: Portugal, Spain, Italy, Germany, and Romania. Since 2012, we have been at the forefront of the energy transition, offering solutions across the entire renewable energy value chain: developing, commercializing, and constructing renewable energy assets. Our portfolio includes photovoltaics (PV, our main technology), wind power, and
- scale energy storage systems (BESS). R. Power is one of the largest independent renewable energy companies in Europe. Due to the company’s growth, we are looking for:

Senior BESS Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and execution of BESS projects from initial feasibility through to final implementation, ensuring strategic alignment with organizational objectives and business growth targets;
• Take ownership of national and regional permitting and regulatory approval processes, ensuring full compliance and proactively addressing potential risks;
• Identify and prioritize
  - value BESS/Storage project opportunities, evaluating site suitability and grid interconnection potential with a strategic perspective;
• Oversee and critically evaluate interconnection studies and technical reports produced by
  - party consultants, ensuring robustness and alignment with project goals;
• Direct and mentor
  - functional teams in engineering analyses and alternative design strategies, leveraging internal and external expert resources;
• Lead negotiations with DSOs, TSOs, and regulatory bodies for interconnection agreements, tenders, and auction participation, representing the company at senior stakeholder levels;
• Collaborate closely with Legal, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Finance, and Investment Analysis teams to ensure integrated project delivery and risk management;
• Drive innovation by evaluating emerging BESS and hybrid storage technologies, making recommendations to senior leadership to maintain competitive advantage;
• Prepare and present comprehensive project pipeline reports, performance dashboards, and strategic insights to management and key stakeholders;
• Lead market and competitive intelligence initiatives focused on energy storage and renewable projects, supporting M&A and business development activities;
• Foster seamless communication across teams and departments to ensure project transparency, alignment, and timely issue resolution;
• Assume responsibility for mentoring junior project managers and contributing to continuous improvement of project management standards and processes;
• Perform additional strategic duties as assigned by senior leadership.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field;
• Extensive experience in progressive project management roles within the energy sector, with demonstrated ability to lead complex projects
  -
  - end;
• Deep knowledge of the Portuguese Renewable Energy Market and strong network within the sector, including licensing authorities and regulators;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Auto
  CAD; familiarity with PVsyst, QGIS, and other specialized engineering tools is a strong advantage;
• Proven motivation and passion for renewable energy projects, with a commitment to driving sustainable innovation;
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory frameworks, permitting processes, and grid operator requirements in Portugal;
• Strong technical expertise in engineering principles, permitting, and regulatory standards related to energy project development and operation;
• Exceptional project management skills, with track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards;
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, energy storage technologies, and solar energy systems, with a willingness to engage in continuous technical learning;
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, capable of managing and influencing
  - functional teams and senior stakeholders;
• Proven ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and lead teams under minimal supervision;
• Willingness to travel as needed to support project and stakeholder engagement;
• Familiarity with BESS, Solar, and Wind Project Development is highly desirable;
• Experience mentoring or managing junior staff is a plus.

We offer

• Working for a leading renewable energy company in Poland and Europe – contributing to environmental protection together.
• “R. Power Abroad” – the possibility of temporary relocation and working from other R. Power offices in Europe.
• “R. Power University” – a training program for employees at all organizational levels.
• An attractive employee benefits package, including private healthcare and a sports card.
• Hybrid work model (4 days in the office + 1 day remote).
• Integration and sports budgets – we care not only for the environment but also for relationships and health!
• Work in a place that fosters a friendly atmosphere, development, and positive relationships.