Construction Manager

Leap29 is excited to present a new opportunity with a leading global renewable energy investor, known for owning and operating a diverse portfolio of around 12 GW across multiple technologies and geographies (Southern Europe, LATAM, USA and Australia), with a long-term, sustainable investment approach.

We are currently looking for a Construction Manager to join their team in Madrid on a permanent basis. In this role, you will support global development, pre-construction and construction, setting best practices, advising senior stakeholders, and ensuring successful project delivery from early development through to operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate construction risks and ensure readiness at development and acquisition stages.
• Provide expert guidance to regional teams throughout pre-construction and construction phases.
• Ensure safety, governance, and quality standards are met across all projects.
• Support the negotiation and execution of EPC and related contracts.
• Lead and promote lessons learned, continuous improvement, and smooth handovers to operations.

Key Requirements:

• Engineering degree with substantial relevant experience in renewable energy projects
• Proven success managing construction of renewable energy projects either in the capacity of owner, EPC contractor or investor.
• Strong commercial and contractual acumen
• Contractor and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with BESS projects and understanding of project finance (preferred, but not essential)
• A proactive communicator, comfortable working across multiple cultures and geographies.
• Fluent in English (additional languages are an advantage)
• Willingness to travel internationally.

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-impact team within an organisation driving the global energy transition. Apply today!