Junior Project Manager – Construction (Germany) at Return Storage

Return Storage; München; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Return Storage in Munich, Germany, seeks a Junior Project Manager – Construction to oversee stand-alone BESS projects on-site. You will coordinate EPC partners, manage day-to-day construction activities, and ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to high safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in energy/infrastructure project roles, familiarity with high‑voltage systems, and strong German/English communication.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project management or construction experience in energy or infrastructure.
• Exposure to BESS, high-voltage grid connections, substations, power systems or EPC frameworks is a plus.
• Business fluent in German and English; willingness to travel across Germany.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of stand-alone BESS projects under senior project management guidance.
• Coordinate with project teams and EPC partners on day-to-day execution.
• Assist planning, risk tracking, stakeholder coordination, HSE, contract administration, site supervision.
• Act as day-to-day contact for EPC contractors, grid operators, and authorities.
• Review design implementation, civil works, MV/HV installation, and commissioning activities.
• Prepare regular reporting for senior management and project stakeholders.
• Travel across Germany for on-site involvement.

Skills

Project management

Construction oversight

German language

English language

Education

Engineering degree (BSc/MSc)

Job description

Junior Project Manager – Construction (Germany) at Return Storage in München, BY, DE.

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Construction Management Full-time Munich, DE Hybrid Junior Engineer – BESS Technology & Supplier Management

About Return

Return is the leading European independent energy storage provider, committed to revolutionizing the energy sector. Headquartered in Amsterdam and offices in Munich, Hamburg and Berlin, Return offers innovative, sustainable solutions to store and intelligently manage energy, ensuring power is used efficiently when and where it’s needed most. With a growing presence across Europe, Return is at the forefront of the energy transition, integrating large-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support grid stability, renewable energy integration, and Europe's net-zero goals. Driven by a team of experts, Return aims to provide reliable energy storage that powers the future of clean energy.

About the Role

As Project Manager for Construction, you will support the execution of stand-alone BESS projects across Germany, working closely with senior project leadership and multi-disciplinary teams. You will help coordinate EPC contractors and key suppliers, and represent Return in day-to-day technical, contractual and site-related matters. You will play an important role in helping ensure that projects are delivered safely, in accordance with specification, on time and within budget, while upholding high standards in engineering, quality and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to build deep expertise in BESS construction and grow into increasing levels of project responsibility.

What You'll Do

• Support execution of stand-alone BESS projects, owning defined work packages under the guidance of senior project management
• Coordinate with project teams and EPC partners on day-to-day execution, helping ensure alignment across engineering, construction, commissioning and asset management functions
• Support key project management areas: planning, risk tracking, stakeholder coordination, HSE, contract administration, site supervision, QA/QC, and interface management
• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for EPC contractors, subcontractors, grid operators, technical authorities and local stakeholders, escalating strategic or contractual issues to senior management as needed
• Support the review and validation of design implementation, civil works, MV/HV electrical installation, power electronics integration, and commissioning activities
• Help resolve day-to-day issues on site, supporting continuity of execution and compliance with regulatory and permitting requirements
• Collaborate with finance, legal, procurement and commissioning teams to support cost tracking, contract compliance and smooth project handover
• Prepare regular reporting and decision-support documentation for senior management and project stakeholders
• Based in Munich with regular site visits to project locations across Germany

What you bring

• Growing experience delivering infrastructure or energy projects, with a genuine interest in construction oversight and contractor coordination
• 4+ years of relevant experience in project management or construction roles within the (renewable) energy, industrial or grid infrastructure sector in Germany or neighboring countries
• Exposure to BESS, high-voltage grid connections, substations, power systems or EPC frameworks is a plus
• BSc or MSc in Engineering (Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Energy or related discipline)
• Basic understanding of contract management; exposure to claims, change orders or performance guarantees is a plus
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with a proactive, hands‑on approach and willingness to learn
• Business fluent in German and English, capable of representing Return directly towards German authorities, grid operators and site partners. Willingness to travel across Germany

We offer

• A dynamic, informal culture where your ideas are heard and valued.
• Real ownership and room to grow, this isn't a box-ticking role.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on Europe's renewable energy future.
• A front-row seat in one of the fastest-growing markets in the energy sector.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.