Project Manager, Romania

Are you looking to join an international company in the renewable energy industry where you can make a difference every day? This is your chance to make an impact on the renewable energy landscape in Romania through developing and coordinating our wind- and solar (PV) projects in this market.

European Energy is a Danish-founded green energy company in exponential growth. We develop, construct, and operate projects within solar- (PV) and wind farms globally, as well as Power-to-X. Our core values are the foundation of everything we do: In it together, Trust and courage, Ambition, Excitement, Inclusion, and Agility.

Your new team
You will join our engaged and dedicated Project Development team in Romania, which currently consists of six colleagues. They are part of a larger department with the primary aim of developing renewable energy projects in Southeastern Europe. The team works closely together with colleagues based in our Headquarter in Copenhagen and with team members from some of the other markets – and you will do the same.

Your new role
As our new (Senior-) Project Manager, you will be responsible for developing and handling our wind- and solar (PV) projects at various level of maturity in Romania and help building up the Romanian pipeline. This role is broad and hands-on, offering exposure across technical, commercial, legal, and planning functions.

We expect to expand the team as the pipeline grows, which will bring interesting opportunities to this role.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Lead projects from inception to Ready-to-Build (RTB) stage.
• Understand project business case and value creation.
• Prepare and submit applications to authorities.
• Coordinate with internal teams (especially EPC) and external partners.
• Plan and manage project development budgets, contracts and timelines.
• Identify risks and support to find the way to mitigate them.
• Identify and assess potential sites for wind and solar (PV) projects.
• Negotiate and secure land lease agreements.
• Support national project development strategy.
• Engage with local communities and stakeholders.
• Represent the company at local events and industry associations.
• Stay informed on renewable energy legislation and market trends.

Your profile

• University degree in engineering, business, or related fields.
• Solid experience in project management of large infrastructure projects, preferably in renewables or construction.
• Strong knowledge of the Romanian project development and permitting process.
• Proven experience in taking projects through development to RTB and into construction.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects under agreed deadlines and budgets.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative mindset.
• Fluency in English and Romanian.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experienced (or able) to work on Project Management tools.
• Valid driving license and open to travel (up to 50%).
• You're self-driven, well-structured, and thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

With us, you get

• An entrepreneurial and agile approach to your work. In daily life, it means it is not far from thought to action, and when you are given a mandate, we trust in your abilities.
• A shared vision for the green transition, and what we do as a company, we do together. In a truly international environment.
• Knowledge sharing is important for us. We start every other Monday with our global weekly morning meeting. Here the executive management and departments give us an update on projects and current focus areas.
• A collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture where you can grow, develop, and contribute to a profitable, growing, and successful global group.

European Energy at a glance – The Power of Tomorrow, Today
European Energy is a Danish privately owned company founded in 2004 with headquarter in Copenhagen. We operate all the way from development, design, financing, construction, operation and selling of wind- and solar farms on land as well as offshore globally. As part of this, we are also very active in M&A activities across the full value chain. Further, we work with development of future energy solutions, e.g. Power-to-X. We have a solid collaboration with local stakeholders and want to involve all parts in the process.

We are now more than 900 employees with 43 nationalities represented in 23 countries, and we are growing rapidly in both Copenhagen and across our global offices. We all work for our common goal to be the most innovative partner within the green transition and to create The Power of Tomorrow, Today.

Interested?
Apply now
Workplace:
Bucharest, Romania

Manager:
Senior Manager, Head of Bucharest Office,Ioannis Kalapodas

How to apply:
Please submit your CV including your motivation and a summary of your contributions to relevant projects in English via our online portal. Be aware that we cannot consider applications submitted through other channels, such as email or LinkedIn messages.

Deadline:
We evaluate applications continuously, and we will close the job ad when we have found the right candidate, so please send your application as soon as possible.

Contact Person:
For any questions regarding the position, please contactSenior Manager, Head of Bucharest Office,Ioannis Kalapodas
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Our working environment is built on mutual respect for the varied strengths and talents of our employees, with a flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial thinking at its foundation. Our employees value our flexible working culture, permitting better reconciliation of work and personal life. We are a team, whether it is in the workplace, on our company trips or during our weekly company training sessions. At European Energy, you will not only gain great colleagues, but also new friends from every corner of the globe.