Project Director – Ile-de-France

Project Director

Tangent International

Ile-de-France

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Key Responsibilities :

Pre-Sales Support & Tendering :

Tender Preparation & Proposal Support :

  • Collaborate with the sales and technical teams to prepare technical proposals and bid documents for professional service of BESS projects (EPC project management, BOP service, O&M service, etc…)
  • Provide expert input during the pre-sales phase to design custom energy storage service solutions based on client needs, including system sizing, configuration, and performance criteria.
  • Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, project schedules, project delivery process and risk assessments for proposed service solutions.
  • Participate in client meetings and presentations during the tender phase, ensuring the proposed service solutions meet their specific requirements and expectations.
  • Help define key project parameters such as scope of work, deliverables, and timelines for the proposal phase.

Client Interaction & Solution Design :

  • Engage with clients to clarify requirements and propose suitable energy storage solutions.
  • Present technical information in an accessible way for non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment between client expectations and project feasibility.
  • Provide detailed technical insights and help position the company’s capabilities effectively during the sales process.

Project Planning & Coordination :

Project Execution & Management :

  • Lead and manage BESS projects from initiation to completion and/or O&M management, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans that outline timelines, deliverables, and milestones.
  • Work with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure the smooth execution of projects and expected financial result(revenue and profit).

Risk Management & Issue Resolution :

  • Monitor project progress and address any issues or risks that may arise during the lifecycle of the project.
  • Implement mitigation strategies to resolve challenges, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and costs.

Stakeholder & Client Management :

Stakeholder Communication :

  • Maintain strong communication with all project stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
  • Provide regular project status updates to internal management and clients, ensuring transparency.

Customer Relationship Management :

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and maintaining a positive relationship throughout the project.

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance :

System Design & Integration :

  • Ensure that the technical design and installation of BESS systems meet client requirements and industry standards.
  • Oversee the integration of battery storage systems with existing infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation.

Quality Control :

  • Conduct regular quality checks to ensure all systems are being installed and tested according to project specifications.
  • Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance :

  1. Safety & Regulatory Compliance :
  • Ensure that all projects comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Lead site safety meetings and inspections, ensuring that safe practices are followed throughout the construction and installation phases.

Project Documentation & Reporting :

Documentation & Reporting :

  • Maintain detailed project documentation, including technical specifications, project plans, reports, and correspondence.
  • Prepare and submit regular progress reports to stakeholders and senior management.

Post-Project Support :

  • Oversee system commissioning, performance testing, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal system functionality.
  • Provide post-project support, including performance analysis and client training on system operation and maintenance.

O&M management :

  • Support project O&M bidding proposal and quotation.
  • Support to define project O&M process and SLA to meet customer requirement

Qualifications & Skills :

Education :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Project Management, or related field.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is a plus.

Experience :

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years in the renewable energy or energy storage sector.
  • Proven experience managing BESS or similar energy infrastructure projects (grid-scale or commercial).
  • Experience in pre-sales support and tendering, including technical proposal preparation and client interactions.
  • Previous experience with Energy Management Systems (EMS) and/or Power Management Systems (PMS) is an advantage.
  • Previous experience with energy storage sector O&M or managed service management is an advantage

Skills :

  • Strong technical knowledge of BESS technologies (e.g., lithium-ion, flow batteries) and their integration with power systems.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize tasks.
  • French and English language is mandatory. Chinese is an advantage

Personal Attributes :

  • Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Highly organized with a focus on meeting deadlines.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable.
  • Customer centric spirit, result orientation

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