Project Director – Energy Infrastructure (BESS & Wind)

About the role

The Project Director will lead end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and wind projects across Europe. You will be accountable for safe, on‑time, and on‑budget execution, overseeing all phases from planning through commissioning and close‑out.

Key responsibilities

• Own overall project governance covering HSE, scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk and claims.
• Coordinate internal functions (engineering, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, construction, commissioning, grid, quality, finance, legal, service) and external partners (customers, EPCs, contractors, OEMs, utilities, authorities).
• Drive project planning, resource allocation, milestone tracking and executive reporting; establish decision‑making and escalation mechanisms.
• Manage contracts and commercial execution, including change orders, payment milestones, claims and dispute resolution.
• Ensure technical readiness for BESS and wind systems – grid connection, commissioning plans, performance guarantees and acceptance criteria.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and capture lessons learned across the portfolio.

Required profile

• Significant experience directing large‑scale energy infrastructure projects, preferably utility‑scale wind and/or BESS.
• Strong knowledge of EPC/EPCM and multi‑contract delivery models, contract management and project controls.
• Proven ability to lead multi‑country or complex stakeholder projects with executive‑level influencing skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Project Management or a related field.

Required skills

• EPC/EPCM project delivery methodology
• Contract management
• Project controls