IT Manager

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

The IT Manager will bear the responsibility of implementing and adapting corporate IT policies within the United States in the Energy division, and overseeing all IT-related needs of the local business operations. This pivotal role encompasses budget management, vendor relations, contract negotiations, and ensuring compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) business requires. This role includes managing IT resources, overseeing onboarding and offboarding processes for new hires, and ensuring the smooth operation of IT hardware and software. Additionally, the role involves managing IT policies and supporting general services and facilities-related tasks

Key Responsibilities:

- Implement and localize corporate IT policies within the United States.

- Lead and manage all IT requirements for the local business.

- Administer the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions.

- Oversee vendor management and maintain robust relationships with suppliers.

- Negotiate contracts to ensure they guarantee SLAs and monitor compliance.

- Measure SLA performance and execute requisite actions based on metrics.

About You

Required Skills and Competencies

- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

- 5-10 years of experience in a comparable IT leadership role.

- Demonstrated experience in budget management and vendor relations.

- Comprehensive knowledge of SLA measurement and enforcement.

- Outstanding leadership and team management skills.

- Proficiency in English; knowledge of Spanish is highly desirable.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits – we’ve got you covered!

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:

- Base Pay: $130,000 – $165,000 (based on experience, education, and skillset)

- 15% Annual Performance Bonus based on individual performance and company metrics.

- Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans

- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days

- 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays

- $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment

- Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement

- Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center

- Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off

Job Location:

55 E. Monroe St., Suite 2009

Chicago, IL 60603