3 Clean Energy jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for clean energy and project development? We are seeking an experienced Manager to lead our team in advancing the development and deployment of renewable energy technologies.

This role will involve managing multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to the preparation of bids and proposals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, construction management, and technical specifications of solar photovoltaic or wind technologies.

• Manage up to four active projects at the same time and contribute to the initiation of two projects.
• Support in preparing the bid technical strategy including the shortlisting of the technology for the bid, shortlisting the suppliers for the bid, and prudent evaluation of key deviations to be made in order to be competitive.
• Lead the preparation of the EPC request for proposal along with design team.
• Provide assistance and follow up to the supply chain team in preparation of the request for proposal for the key OEMs and participate in discussions, negotiations with OEMs along with supply chain team for techno-commercial aspects.
• Contribute to the EPC competition exercise and manage the EPC proposals preparation process with multiple EPC Contractors.
• Contribute to the interim O&M offer preparations and O&M forecast process with the support of relevant teams.
• Prepare the EPC and O&M terms sheets from a technical/execution perspective with the support of the person/team leading the transaction for commercial/financial inputs.
• Prepare the technical annexes of the EPC contract and contribute to the technical/delivery/execution aspects of the EPC Contract and O&M agreement.
• Guide the EPC contractors on how to reduce the cost by proposing up-to-date solutions.
• Contribute to the commercial and technical EPC contract and O&M agreements negotiations.
• Coordinate with the procurement lead and the OEM's to map the latest technologies and advancement in the main equipment, including but not limited to the PV modules, WTG, Inverter station, tracker solution, etc.
• Review the track record of the main equipment in close coordination with the procurement lead the transaction manager.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team to achieve the most optimum techno-commercial solution, which achieves the lowest LCOE.
• Coordinate with the procurement lead on the inputs of the techno-commercial model and the transaction manager, in preparation of the LCOE analysis.
• Coordinate with the procurement team and engineering team for preparation of the RFP to be shared with main equipment suppliers reflecting the technical specifications of the project.
• Coordinate with the technical advisors, EPC contractors, and local subcontractors on the balance of system cost of the techno-commercial model.
• Work with cross-functional teams for proposal development communicating clear expectations, standards, and requirements so that bids and proposals are completed effectively and accurately.
• Manage relations and inputs from stakeholders, typically involving contributions from sales, marketing, product teams, finance, commercial, legal, and delivery.
• Remain abreast of the latest developments and changes in technologies and main equipment in order to ensure work is always updated and aligned to leading practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or relevant Master's degree from a top-tier internationally recognized higher education institution.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or any other related field.

Preferred Experience:

• 8-10 years of experience in the development of EPC proposals for at least either solar photovoltaics or onshore wind projects including experience working with cross-functional teams and coordinating all the activities among the consortium members, equity partners, EPC contractor, advisors, lenders, O&M contractor, etc., or an equivalent experience.
• Experience in drafting, negotiating, and closing the annexures of the EPC contract.
• Track record of developing proposals that contribute to the winning of IPP tenders, in conventional energy and/or renewable energy.

Job-Specific Skills:

• Deep knowledge of the engineering, construction management, technical specifications of at solar photovoltaic or Wind plus one of the following technologies: solar photovoltaic, onshore wind, CSP, and waste to energy technologies.
• Hands-on experience in the drafting and negotiations of the technical annexures of the renewable energy technologies.
• Exceptional know-how in the EPC contracts preparation, drafting, negotiations, and closure.
• Strong knowledge on the works done by the cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills leading to a consultative approach within a corporate / multifunctional environment.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of renewable energy and traditional energy industry.

Masdar is one of the world's fastest-growing renewable energy companies and a green hydrogen leader, placing the UAE at the forefront of the energy transition.

As a pioneer in advancing the clean energy sector and a key enabler of the UAE's vision as a global leader in sustainability and climate action, Masdar has developed projects in more than 40 countries across six continents and has invested, or committed to invest, in worldwide projects with a combined value of more than US$30 billion.

Masdar unites the UAE's three energy champions – Mubadala, ADNOC, and TAQA – and will utilize their combined expertise to fulfill its purpose as a global clean energy pioneer across renewables and green hydrogen.

Promoting innovation in solar, wind, energy storage, waste-to-energy, and geothermal energy, Masdar has a proven record of delivering pioneering projects using cutting-edge clean energy technologies, that are commercially viable and bankable.

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TRS Middle East is working with a key player in the clean energy sector, focusing on renewable power generation, energy storage, and sustainable project development.

Responsibilities

• Project Origination & Development : Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in solar PV, EV infrastructure, and water security sectors; lead early-stage project development.
• Investment Analysis & Structuring : Conduct financial modeling, risk assessment, and due diligence; develop bankable project structures; engage with financial institutions for project financing.
• Strategic Partnerships & Business Development : Build relationships with government agencies, private sector clients, and technology suppliers; lead business development initiatives; represent the company in forums and negotiations.
• Sustainability & ESG Integration : Integrate ESG principles into project development and investment; monitor ESG impact reporting and compliance.
• Team Leadership & Coordination : Manage cross-functional project teams; support internal capacity building and mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Energy, Sustainability, or related fields; Master's or MBA preferred.
• 7–12 years of experience in clean energy project development and/or infrastructure investment.
• Proven track record in solar PV, EV infrastructure, water treatment, or battery storage projects.
• Strong financial modeling, investment analysis, and contract negotiation skills.
• Experience with government agencies, utilities, and funding institutions.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and clean energy policy across GCC, MENA, or global south markets.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those who meet the specified criteria will be contacted.

Thank you.