Senior Project Manager
About this role
A well-capitalised, pan-European independent flexibility provider is expanding its German platform and is looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager in Hamburg to lead the delivery of large-scale renewable and battery energy storage projects. With significant financial backing and multiple large assets already in operation across Europe, the business is building out a substantial pipeline of utility-scale BESS projects and associated grid infrastructure in Germany.
This is a key hire into a growing platform, offering real ownership, visibility and long-term growth.
The Opportunity
The Senior Project Manager will take full responsibility for delivering utility-scale BESS projects and related electrical infrastructure, including substations and grid connection assets. The role covers the full project lifecycle from late-stage development through EPC execution, construction, commissioning and handover to operations. This position will suit an experienced project leader who combines strong technical understanding (HV/MV infrastructure, substations, grid connection) with commercial and contractual strength.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-end delivery of large-scale BESS and renewable infrastructure projects
- Management of EPC contractors, OEMs, technical advisors and key suppliers
- Oversight of substation construction and grid connection works (MV/HV)
- Full ownership of schedule, budget, risk and reporting
- Contract management (EPC, supply, grid connection agreements)
- Coordination with internal development, engineering, procurement and finance teams
- Active stakeholder management with TSOs/DSOs, authorities and external partners
- Leadership on HSE standards and site performance
- Management of project commissioning and handover to operations
Profile
- 8+ years’ experience delivering large-scale energy infrastructure projects
- Proven track record with utility-scale renewables and/or BESS projects
- Strong experience in substations and grid connection processes in Germany
- Deep understanding of EPC structures (FIDIC or equivalent)
- Experience managing significant CAPEX budgets
- Background in electrical engineering, power systems or similar
- Fluent German and English
Why This Role?
- Join a financially strong, growth-focused platform active across Europe
- Work on critical infrastructure enabling the energy transition
- Significant German project pipeline already secured
- Senior-level visibility and influence within the organisation
- Long-term career progression in a rapidly scaling business