Ferrovial

Project Manager

Austin, TX Full time

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

The Energy business unit is created with the objective of promoting the transition to a more sustainable and clean economy. We are present in Ferrovial core markets, and our focus is to provide innovative solutions for the development, construction and operation of renewable energy generation, storage and transmission infrastructures. We also offer energy efficiency solutions for both, public and private clients.

Why Ferrovial?

  • Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
  • Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.    
  • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
  • Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
  • Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
  • Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

About the Role

For our new Energy business unit, we are looking for a Project Manager to lead the deployment and management of different renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the integral management of the Project ensuring compliance of the project in terms of budget, time and quality, including managing the selected EPC and any subcontractors.

  • Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team to ensure that all goals of the project from technical to financial ones are reached.

  • Manage the day-to-day activities of the owner’s engineering team responsible for the engineering construction, and commissioning supervision.

  • Manage all relationships with the Interconnection Agreement counterparties to make sure that interconnection facilities are completed on time.

  • Establish and maintain relationships with all project stakeholders (internal and external) , including investors, off takers, government agencies and community groups, to maintain positive relationships and ensure project success.

  • Navigate the permitting process, ensuring all local, state, and federal regulations are met and ensuring compliance with all the permits, licenses and authorizations.

  • Coordinate with financing teams duties related with the financing and tax equity rising. This role includes managing the relationship with the Lenders Technical Advisors.

  • Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

  • Lead the project planning and execution, ensuring it meets contractual obligations, financial budgets, and compliance with all safety and quality standards.

  • Coordinate with vendors, external stakeholders, and internal teams to align project objectives with business goals and ensure seamless communication and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Manage the construction and operational phases of the energy infrastructure construction, including financial management and resolution of technical challenges.

  • Develop and manage the project budget, schedules, and resources, reporting regularly on project status and adjustments needed to senior management.

  • Oversee the selection and management of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors involved in project execution.

  • Foster a culture of Health, Safety & Environment by leading the project management function with awareness, measurable metrics / KPIs and focus on continuous improvement in HSE matters.

  • Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis.

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

Education and Required Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; Project Management certifications or graduate degree highly valued.

  • 10+ years’ experience in renewable energy projects.

  • Experience in EPC, consulting, or turnkey solutions/services.

  • Hands-on knowledge of estimating, budgeting, construction, and reporting.

  • Experience in multinational/multicultural environments highly valued.

  • Understanding of PPAs and interconnection processes in the US.

  • Knowledge of solar technologies, PV systems, energy storage, electrical systems, and grid integration.

  • Familiarity with construction dynamics and required documentation for solar farms.

  • Strong network of preferred suppliers for all project phases.

Professional Qualities

  • Leadership: building and managing teams.

  • Adaptability: flexibility to face changes and adapt to different environments.

  • Achievement: focus on continuous improvement and strong initiative.

  • Communication: ability to influence and manage stakeholder expectations.

  • Organization: effective planning, directing, and leading to accomplish objectives.

  • Entrepreneurial, self-starter with initiative to improve results.

  • Integrity: honest, moral, and ethical.

  • Safety awareness, tenacity, and resilience.

  • Project Management skills: managing and measuring work, aligning performance, and managing conflict.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer.  We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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