Description

I help energy, infrastructure and climate-tech companies accelerate growth through strategic development, M&A, partnerships and market expansion.

With 20+ years of international experience across renewable energy, infrastructure and complex industrial projects, I support companies in identifying growth opportunities, structuring strategic partnerships, developing pipelines, assessing new markets and executing high-impact business initiatives.

My background combines strategy and execution, which allows me to bridge commercial, technical and operational teams efficiently. I have worked with developers, utilities, EPCs, investors and industrial players across Europe in areas such as renewable energy, energy transition, storage, data centers and sustainable infrastructure.

How I can help:

• Market entry & expansion strategy

• Business development & strategic partnerships

• M&A origination and target assessment

• Go-to-market strategy for energy & infrastructure solutions

• Pipeline development and commercial strategy

• Strategic growth projects

• Bid/tender strategy and positioning

• Stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination

• Interim management and strategic advisory

Typical deliverables:

• Market analysis & strategic recommendations

• Commercial and partnership strategy

• Growth roadmaps

• Investor and partnership materials

• Opportunity screening & pipeline assessment

• Strategic presentations and executive reporting

• Due diligence coordination support

• Business cases and decision-making support

Languages: Spanish, English and French.

Based in Madrid, available for international and remote projects.

Languages

Spanish
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Madrid (up to 50km)

Zelestra
Strategic Development Director
May 2024 - Today (2 years and 1 month)
Madrid, Spain
Led the definition and execution of the company's growth strategy in Iberia, focusing on market expansion, diversification of business lines, and pipeline acceleration. Oversaw the identification and assessment of greenfield, mid-stage, and RTB projects, including financial feasibility, regulatory compliance, and development risk. Directed multidisciplinary teams (grid, land, M&A, co development, Data Centers), aligning resource planning with strategic KPIs and coordinating corporate forecasting and annual planning. Ensured alignment between development, execution and delivery phases of projects.
• • Delivered 1 GW of organic pipeline growth in a single year, strengthening the company's Iberian market position.
• • Delivered 550 MWp of inorganic growth by leading the assessment of 16+ GW of multi-technology opportunities and negotiating strategic acquisitions.
• • Launched a new business line (BTM energy solutions) targeting Data Center and hyperscale clients, opening a differentiated growth stream.
• • Led the strategic definition of 1.5 GW of projects for the Spanish capacity tender and shaped the BESS development strategy for distribution-grid connections.
• • Led negotiation and structuring of key commercial agreements (SPA), incorporating EPC and O&M contractual frameworks into investment decisions.
Canadian Solar,
Head of Origination
May 2022 - May 2024 (2 years)
Madrid, Spain
Led growth origination and partnership initiatives for new energy and infrastructure solutions, connecting corporate strategy with execution and market demand. Focused on identifying scalable opportunities and building collaborative ecosystems with partners, investors, and technology players.
• • Designed and validated new business opportunities in emerging technologies and infrastructure, integrating financial, technical, and contractual considerations.
• • Expanded the company's Iberian development pipeline by over 70% in one year through inorganic acquisitions and strategic partnerships, strengthening long-term market positioning.
• • Introduced data-driven evaluation methods to prioritize high-potential opportunities and strengthen investment decisions.
• • Negotiated co-development partnerships and strategic alliances, structuring agreements and aligning incentives with long term value creation.
• • Drove cross-functional collaboration and execution, translating complex negotiations and strategic initiatives into measurable business outcomes.
Grupo Cobra,
Head of Contract Management & M&A
January 2018 - January 2022 (4 years)
Madrid, Spain
Led high-impact energy and infrastructure transactions across Europe, managing strategy, contract negotiation, and execution for large-scale renewable portfolios. Focused on value creation, operational efficiency, and process optimization, bridging strategic vision with delivery.
• • Led one of the largest renewable-energy transactions ever completed in Europe – the sale of a ≈2.9 GW solar portfolio (~€2.2 Bn EV) – setting new benchmarks for scale and execution excellence.
• • Directed the divestment of the 493 MW Mula Solar Plant, then Europe's largest photovoltaic project, reinforcing the company's leadership in the renewable market.
• • Led negotiation and structuring of EPC and O&M contracts with contractors and OEMs, defining risk allocation (delays, LDs, performance guarantees) and supporting transaction execution.
• • Integrated contractual and financial risks into project valuation and transaction processes.
• • Structured and negotiated complex asset transactions across development, construction and operational stages, ensuring alignment between commercial, technical and contractual dimensions.
• • Optimized transaction workflows and documentation standards, reducing turnaround times and improving coordination between legal, financial, and technical teams.
• • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams and international advisors (finance, legal, engineering, tax) to deliver high-value transactions and complex project closings.