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Diamond Foundry is a venture-backed, profitable unicorn solving thermal limitations in AI & cloud compute, electric-vehicle power electronics, and 5G/6G wireless by producing single-crystal diamond wafers. The company is executing a multi-billion-dollar expansion plan using zero-emission energy to convert greenhouse gas into diamond wafers.
As Diamond Foundry expands its manufacturing operations in Trujillo, Spain, it is investing in large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage (BESS) infrastructure to support growing energy demand and reduce electricity costs. This hands-on Project Manager role will drive the development, permitting, and on-site execution of these strategic energy projects.
You will be instrumental in accelerating regulatory approvals, coordinating external engineering partners and local authorities, and ensuring project execution progresses efficiently, safely, and on schedule. The role combines renewable energy project development experience with strong technical judgment, ownership, and a practical, solutions-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and accelerate permitting and regulatory approval processes for solar PV and energy infrastructure projects, coordinating with local and regional authorities, grid operators, and external engineering partners.
- Manage relationships with engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders, ensuring timely submissions, effective follow-up, and resolution of project bottlenecks.
- Coordinate on-site implementation of battery energy storage and solar infrastructure projects, overseeing contractors, materials, site preparation, and installation activities.
- Monitor project schedules, milestones, and execution quality, proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and ensuring work meets technical specifications.
- Act as the primary on-site project representative in Trujillo, working closely with internal engineering, facilities, and manufacturing teams, as well as international stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Degree in Electrical, Industrial, Energy, Civil Engineering, or related technical discipline, with at least 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development, project management, or execution.
- Proven experience managing solar PV projects in Spain, including permitting processes, regulatory approvals, and coordination with public authorities and external engineering partners.
- Strong technical understanding of electrical infrastructure, preferably including high-voltage systems, with ability to oversee contractors and identify execution or installation issues.
- Demonstrated hands-on project management experience with strong ownership, organizational skills, and ability to drive multiple activities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluent Spanish and English with ability to communicate effectively across local and international teams; availability to work regularly on-site in Trujillo.
