Hyren is the new green hydrogen platform created by Matrix Renewables, a global renewable energy platform backed by the global alternative asset manager TPG and its $19 billion impact investing platform, TPG Rise.
With a proven track record managing over 15 GW of renewable power and 60 years of experience in the hydrogen sector, Hyren aims to develop a pipeline of more than 4,000 MW in Spain, overseeing its construction, management, and operation.
Hyren is positioned for rapid growth in an emerging sector supported by national and European policies focused on decarbonization. To support this, the company is building a multidisciplinary and dynamic team.
The Role and Responsibilities
This role reports to the CEO and is a key part of the team. Based in Madrid, the successful candidate will oversee the development of Hyren's project portfolio.
Responsibilities include managing Hyren's project portfolio, leading the development team, coordinating with external developers and partners, and ensuring project milestones and budgets are met. The candidate will work closely with internal and external teams to secure permits, licenses, and authorizations to reach Ready to Build (RtB) status and facilitate project closings.
Specific Responsibilities:
* Lead the Project Development team to meet Hyren's targets.
* Manage project activities, sequencing, resources, and timelines.
* Track and control project development status, ensuring delivery to RtB as scheduled.
* Achieve project milestones, budgets, and investor returns.
* Coordinate with other departments and external partners to support development activities.
* Establish and review budgets, schedules, and work scopes; manage funding activities.
* Maintain updated financial models for projects.
* Coordinate project development and engineering teams.
* Analyze equipment and infrastructure needs for hydrogen projects.
* Negotiate collaboration agreements with partners and suppliers.
* Manage reporting and stakeholder relations, including community and public relations.
* Handle stakeholder negotiations and renegotiations to protect Hyren's interests.
* Leverage industry contacts with developers, utilities, and service providers.
* Implement ESG policies and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
This is a pivotal role during a period of rapid growth, offering significant challenges and opportunities.
Requirements:
* Master's degree in Engineering, Law, or Business.
* At least 10 years in the energy sector, with 5+ years in hydrogen.
* Comprehensive knowledge of hydrogen and renewable energy project development, construction, and operation.
* Familiarity with financial metrics, budgeting, and funding control.
* Experience managing teams and leading projects.
* Strong network in the energy sector, especially hydrogen and renewables in Spain.
* Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish; ability to travel.
* Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization and in multicultural environments.
Hyren values humility, ambition, and a proactive attitude, fitting within its entrepreneurial and flat organizational culture. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to a high-potential early-stage company.
Hyren is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in employment and recruitment processes. Personal data collected during the application process will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws. For inquiries, candidates may contact the provided email address.
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