Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

The Energy business unit is created with the objective of promoting the transition to a more sustainable and clean economy. We are present in Ferrovial core markets, and our focus is to provide innovative solutions for the development, construction and operation of renewable energy generation, storage and transmission infrastructures. We also offer energy efficiency solutions for both, public and private clients.

Why Ferrovial?

Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Project Delivery Manager

Ferrovial Energy | Austin, Texas | Full-Time

About the Role

Ferrovial Energy is seeking an experienced Project Delivery Manager to oversee all aspects of the permitting, regulatory compliance, project controls, and project delivery processes required for the construction and operation of an upcoming solar project. Reporting to the Asset Manager (Spain) and Lead Project Manager (US), this role is based in Austin, Texas, with weekly travel to the project site.

The Project Delivery Manager will lead permitting strategy and execution, manage relationships with regulatory bodies at all levels of government, support project delivery and construction oversight activities, and ensure the project maintains full compliance throughout its lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Controls & Cross-Functional Support

Overall project coordination and delivery management.
Monitoring and tracking project deliverables, commitments, and obligations.
Supporting the Project Manager in the planning, execution, and delivery of project activities.
Driving project execution and monitoring progress to ensure timely achievement of project objectives and milestones.
Track construction milestones and the supervision activities carried out by the Owner’s Engineer.
Manage all documentation related to construction activities (engineering, QA/QC, inspections).
Track project contractual obligations and ensure compliance with all contractual requirements.
Track permitting milestones, associated budgets, and document quality throughout the project lifecycle.
Support the Project Manager on environmental and overall permitting status as needed.

Stakeholder & Regulatory Management

Manage relationships with local, state, and federal regulatory bodies.
Coordinate with the Project Manager, environmental teams and external consultants, and legal counsel to ensure comprehensive compliance with environmental laws and other regulatory requirements.
Interact with all relevant stakeholders to facilitate the registration and regulatory interconnection process (e.g., County Office, ERCOT, PUCT, NERC, etc.).
Respond to internal and external environmental and permitting-related inquiries.

Permitting Strategy & Execution

Lead the development and implementation of permitting strategies for the project, ensuring timely acquisition of all required permits.
Prepare and submit permit applications, monitor their progress, and address any compliance issues that arise.
Navigate and lead the permitting process in dynamic regulatory environments.
Minimize the company’s permitting risk and liability.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; Project Management certification or graduate degree highly valued.
5+ years of experience in permitting and regulatory compliance, specifically for renewable energy assets.
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and guidelines applicable to renewable energy development.
Demonstrated experience developing projects through complex permitting environments.
Demonstrated experience interacting with government agencies at local, state, and federal levels.
Experience monitoring compliance and maintaining rigorous documentation through the project lifecycle.
Experience working collaboratively in a cross-functional and culturally diverse team environment.

Professional Qualities

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across internal teams and external agencies.
Ability to develop and implement effective permitting strategies in complex regulatory environments.
Skilled at managing multiple workstreams simultaneously under deadline pressure.
Effective negotiator with the ability to build and sustain regulatory relationships.
Meticulous attention to detail in permit application preparation and compliance documentation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Motivated self-starter with a goal-oriented mindset and flexibility to adapt in dynamic environments.
Commitment to continuous improvement.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer.  We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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