PuntoUP Recruitment Agency is looking for a High Voltage Project Manager on behalf of an independent power producer developing one of the largest utility-scale solar and battery storage projects in Europe. The role is site-based in Arad County and owns the full grid connection scope, from the 400kV substation to energization. If you have led HV interconnection works and enjoy being where the work happens, we'd like to hear from you.

Location: Arad County, Romania – site-based (4–5 days per week on site)

Main Purpose of the Job: The HV Project Manager leads the delivery of all high-voltage connection works for the project, including the 400kV substation, interconnection line, telecom and metering systems, and the interface with the national TSO (Transelectrica). Reporting to the Construction Director, you act as the company's main representative for grid connection activities and make sure the project is energized on time, within budget and in full compliance with grid code, technical and safety requirements.

Job Profile:

• Coordinate the construction, testing and energization of the HV interconnection infrastructure: substation, transmission line, telecom and metering systems.

• Manage the HV contractors and their subcontractors, follow up on technical and contractual issues and act as the company's main on-site HV representative.

• Support project controls for the HV scope: schedule, engineering approvals, procurement milestones, manufacturing progress, quality and construction risks.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure works follow project standards, TSO requirements and grid code through inspection, testing and commissioning.

• Coordinate with Transelectrica, consultants, local authorities and utility representatives to secure timely approvals.

• Manage interfaces between HV / BoP and PV contractors: site access, energization sequences, commissioning plans and telecom/SCADA integration.

• Prepare progress reports, engineering status updates, manufacturing trackers, risk registers and commissioning updates for the Construction Director and project leadership.

Candidate Profile:

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in HV infrastructure, grid connection or utility-scale renewable energy projects, with EPC contractors, utilities, TSOs or IPPs.

• Hands-on experience with HV substations, transmission lines and energization activities in utility-scale projects.

• Good knowledge of TSO requirements and grid code compliance; experience in Romania or with Transelectrica is an advantage.

• Experience coordinating multiple contractors (HV / BoP and PV EPC) on the same site, including site management, logistics and construction sequencing.

• Exposure to BESS integration is an advantage.

• Working knowledge of MS Office and MS Project and ability to review engineering documentation; AutoCAD or electrical design tools are a plus.

• Practical, field-oriented profile with good problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.

• Fluent English and Romanian.

• Willingness to be on site for most of the working week.

Benefits:

• Senior role with full ownership of the grid connection scope on a landmark European renewable energy project.

• Competitive salary package, aligned with experience.

• International work environment, working alongside multicultural contractor and consultant teams.

• Direct reporting line to the Construction Director.

All candidates who meet the above qualifications are warmly encouraged to submit their applications online. We will reach out exclusively to those who are best suited for the role within a maximum of two weeks.

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