Energy Project Development and Implementation Manager (m/f/d) 80-100%

For our client, Energie Durable SA, a subsidiary of the Serbeco Group and a recognised player in the energy transition in Geneva, we are looking for a

Energie Durable SA, a subsidiary of the Serbeco Group, is a recognised player in the energy transition in Geneva, with expertise in renewable energies, wood energy, thermal networks, operation of energy installations and sustainable energy services.

They provide the best turnkey renewable techno-economic solutions to support their clients in their energy transition.

Reporting directly to the director of Energie Durable SA, you will be involved in projects from start to finish, from identifying opportunities to commissioning and handover to the operations teams. A true project entrepreneur, you actively contribute to the company’s growth and the development of efficient energy solutions in French-speaking Switzerland.

• Identify opportunities: analyse energy consumption, client needs and technical constraints, assess economic and energy potential, develop a network of partners, local authorities and engineering offices, and ensure regulatory and technological monitoring

• Conduct technical, economic, environmental and regulatory feasibility studies and define the most relevant energy concepts (district heating, wood energy, heat pumps, photovoltaics, energy recovery, etc.)

• Develop preliminary sizing, estimate investments (CAPEX), operating costs (OPEX) and analyse project profitability

• Set up projects: build economic models and business plans, determine financing methods, manage risks and prepare decision-making files for management and the board of directors

• Coordinate obtaining administrative and regulatory authorisations and participate in negotiating and drafting contracts with clients, suppliers and partners

• Manage implementation: calls for tenders, selection and coordination of engineering offices and subcontractors, site management, cost, quality, risk and deadline management

• Organise and supervise commissioning of installations, validate technical and energy performance, ensure compliance and support operators during handover

• HES engineer diploma, EPFL or equivalent university degree with specialisation in the energy field

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in the development, setup and implementation of energy projects, with proven experience in managing complex projects in Switzerland

• Mastery of financing and profitability mechanisms as well as financial and contractual management of energy projects

• Good knowledge of the Swiss regulatory context and an established professional network in French-speaking Switzerland

• Excellent negotiation, representation and multidisciplinary project management skills

• Fluent French, B2 English; German is a plus

• Entrepreneurial, autonomous and responsible profile, results-oriented, comfortable in a family SME, agile and collaborative