Project Director

About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.

OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

We are Responsible

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We are Agile

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

Job Description 

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity. This key leadership role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of EPC project delivery, particularly in the electrical energy storage sector. Having a delivery mindset, the ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and effective team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Project Organisation adheres to the high standards of Health and Safety management required by the Fluence organisation and our customers. 

• Develop and implement effective project delivery strategies for complex EPC projects aligned with Fluence’s organisational goals and client expectations. 

• Ensure upstream and downstream contractual requirements of the projects are fully managed to ensure Fluence’s exposure is minimised and controlled. 

• Develop trust and manage the relationships with clients and suppliers to ensure that a shared understanding of key issues between all parties is maintained. 

• Deliver on the time, quality and financial objectives for the project. Drive the project teams to continuously maintain an accurate Estimated Actual Cost at completion. 

• Participate in, and in some cases lead, business improvement projects. 

Experience & Qualifications 

• Years of proven experience in successfully managing EPC mega projects in the electrical energy sector.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and lead multiple cross-functional teams.

• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members.

• Strong understanding of electrical energy technologies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Proven commercial/contractual acumen.

• Demonstrable ability working in a high-performance team within a virtual, matrixed, global organisation.

Education

• Degree in Engineering or other relevant closely discipline is required.

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management are preferred.

Languages

Fluent in English.

Travel

The role will include local travel within the country including regional travel to project sites or supplier factories.