Project Director

We are partnering with a global energy storage organization on a major utility-scale energy storage project and are looking to identify an experienced Project Director to lead the project through its next phase.

This is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for the commercial, operational, financial, and project delivery performance of a major Energy Storage System (ESS) project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead overall project execution, strategy, and operational performance

• Develop and manage project plans covering resources, quality, communications, risk, and commercial strategy

• Oversee project budget, forecasting, financial performance, and cash flow

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary project team

• Manage relationships with customers, partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Finance, Contract Management, Sourcing, Quality, and Operations teams

• Establish project priorities and drive performance against key KPIs

• Lead monthly project reviews and provide accurate financial and operational reporting

• Drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and project best practices

• Support customer relationships and commercial/claims strategy

• Ensure strong compliance, quality, and EHS performance across the project

Ideal Background:

• 15+ years of experience in project, program, business, or financial management

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Electrotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline

• Strong leadership experience managing large, multidisciplinary teams

• Experience with EPC contracts and renewable energy projects

• Background in utility-scale BESS / energy storage projects highly desirable

• MBA or additional commercial/business qualifications would be advantageous