Senior Project Manager ENR (Pré-Construction)

À propos du poste

Vos missions

• Lead the structuring and pre-construction phase of complex projects (e.g. photovoltaic plants >50 MW, multi-site wind farms, hybrid systems with storage).
• Define and orchestrate key milestones leading to the investment decision (FID) or potential project exit, based on value and risk assessment.
• Supervise the preparation and validation of key deliverables: PPA, financial modelling, due diligence, insurance, contracts.
• Ensure adherence to cost, schedule, quality, and risk objectives and compliance with internal standards.
• Manage a smooth handover to the execution/construction teams at the end of the structuring phase.
• Lead and unite multidisciplinary teams (finance, technical, legal, development, HSE).
• Implement Group processes, tools, and standards, and propose continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct project governance meetings: steering committees, weekly reviews, and presentations to decision-making bodies.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior, local, or regional project managers, fostering knowledge sharing, mentoring, and lessons learned (REX) sessions.
• Contribute to the collective capability building of the organization.
• Support the selection and negotiation of key contracts: EPC, O&M, PPA, TSA, LLA, MSA, and other supply agreements.
• Coordinate technical and contractual due diligence with internal and external stakeholders.
• Structure the insurance package in compliance with internal standards and lenders’ requirements.
• Support and validate economic assumptions (CAPEX, OPEX, yield, availability rate) in line with project objectives.
• Contribute to the development and validation of business plans and financial models.
• Produce regular performance reports, including the risk and opportunity register, financial KPIs, and project dashboards.
• Formalize and monitor key decisions, contract amendments, and action plans.
• Support development and M&A teams during bidding, acquisition, or strategic partnership phases.
• Assess the technical and economic feasibility of early-stage projects and issue investment recommendations.
• Identify industrial optimization levels and cross-project synergies within the portfolio.
• Contribute to technological and regulatory intelligence in target markets.

Profil recherché

• Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent (Bac+5).
• 10+ years’ experience in industrial project management, including at least 5 years in renewable energy.
• Proven mastery of EPC, O&M, and FIDIC contracts, and deep understanding of the technical, contractual, and financial challenges across all project phases, particularly during structuring
• Strong understanding of technical aspects (HV/LV electrical systems, civil works, grid connection).
• Good knowledge of project finance processes and risk management.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).
• Strong awareness of HSE, quality, and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated leadership, rigor, and strategic and organizational mindset.
• Strong ability to negotiate, unite, and work collaboratively across teams.
• Analytical thinking, autonomy, proactivity, flexibility, and resilience.
• Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
• Fluent in French and English (spoken and written).
• An additional language is an asset.

Un plus si vous avez

• Proficiency with advanced project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera
• Strong awareness of HSE, quality, and compliance standards
• Additional language skills beyond French and English
• Experience with hybrid renewable energy systems combining multiple technologies

Informations complémentaires

Key elements: Location: Akuo headquarters, at 140 avenue des Champs-Elysées, 75008 Paris, Type of contract: permanent, The position is open to remote work, up to 2 days per week + 10 floating days per year (i.e. 100 days per year). Other benefits: Gymlib, Holiday bonus, gift vouchers, Profit-sharing, Lunch allowance (€10 x 19 per month) 60% reimbursed, Public transport paid at 75% of the current rate or sustainable mobility package, Pleasant premises with landscaped terraces and gym.

Compétences clés

À propos de Akuo Energy

Akuo Energy

Solaire, Éolien, Stockage

201 – 500 employésParis, France

Akuo Energy est un producteur indépendant d'énergies renouvelables qui développe, finance, construit et exploite des centrales solaires, éoliennes et de stockage dans plus de 20 pays. L'entreprise se distingue par sa présence dans des territoires insulaires et isolés — Polynésie française, Antilles, Réunion, îles africaines — où l'accès à une énergie propre constitue un véritable enjeu de souveraineté. Avec environ 500 collaborateurs, Akuo gère plusieurs GW de projets en développement.