Project Manager, Contracts & Commercial - BESS

<p><b> Project Manager, Contracts & Commercial – BESS </b><p></p><p> Leap29 are seeking a Project Manager, Contracts & Commercial – BESS with a strong electrical engineering background to support the development phase of large-scale renewable energy projects. </p><p></p><p> This role sits at the intersection of electrical engineering, commercial strategy, and project development, with a key focus on ensuring projects are technically sound, commercially viable, and investment-ready. </p><p></p><p> You will play a critical role in due diligence, contract structuring, and grid/electrical design alignment, supporting projects through feasibility, development, and financial close. </p><p></p><p><b> Responsibilities: </b></p><ul><li> Lead commercial and contractual strategy across project development </li><li> Draft, review, and negotiate key agreements including EPC, BoP, grid connection, land, and OEM supply contracts </li><li> Act as the link between engineering and commercial teams, ensuring alignment between electrical scope and contractual obligations </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Due Diligence & Project Validation </b></p><ul><li> Support and lead technical and commercial due diligence for project acquisitions, partnerships, and financing </li><li> Review electrical designs, grid connection strategies, and engineering studies to assess project viability </li><li> Identify technical, commercial, and contractual risks, particularly related to HV/MV infrastructure and grid integration </li><li> Interface with lenders, investors, and advisors during due diligence processes </li><li> Ensure projects meet bankability standards and are structured for financial close </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Engineering & Electrical Scope </b></p><ul><li> Provide technical input into HV/MV systems, substations, grid compliance, and connection agreements </li><li> Support procurement of major electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, cables, inverters)</li><li> Evaluate bids from contractors from both a technical and commercial perspective </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Commercial & Delivery </b></p><ul><li> Develop and manage budgets, cost estimates, and financial models </li><li> Support tendering and procurement strategies </li><li> Manage stakeholder relationships across developers, utilities, EPC contractors, and consultants </li><li> Ensure smooth transition from development to construction phase </li></ul><p></p><p><b> About You </b></p><ul><li> Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline </li><li> Strong experience in renewable energy or power infrastructure projects </li><li> Proven background in contracts, commercial management, or project development </li><li> Hands-on experience supporting or leading technical/commercial due diligence </li><li> Strong understanding of HV/MV systems, grid connections, and electrical infrastructure </li><li> Experience working with EPC contracts, OEMs, and utilities (TSO/DSO)</li><li> Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills </li><li> Commercially astute with a strong understanding of risk and project bankability </li></ul><p></p><p> If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please send your CV through to Leap29. </p>