Project Manager

Darwin Recruitment; München; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote flexibility

Job summary

Darwin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to deliver utility-scale Solar PV and PV+BESS projects across Germany. You will own end-to-end delivery from pre-construction to COD and handover, coordinating EPC contractors, technical advisers, and grid integration activities.

The role demands a strong track record in delivering at least five COD projects in Germany, with expertise in MV grid connections, HV/substations, and SCADA/EMS integration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience delivering utility-scale Solar PV projects.
• At least 3 years as the lead Project Manager.
• Proven track record delivering 5+ utility-scale PV projects to COD in Germany.
• PV+BESS hybrid project experience is essential.
• Experience managing EPC contractors and external technical advisers.
• Strong understanding of construction, commissioning and project delivery processes.
• MV grid connection experience; HV/substation exposure is advantageous.
• Understanding of SCADA/PPC systems, EMS/BESS integration and electrical infrastructure.
• Fluent German and English communication skills.
• Engineering, construction management or relevant technical background.

Responsibilities

• Manage utility-scale Solar PV and PV+BESS projects from pre-construction through COD and handover.
• Oversee on-time delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Coordinate EPC contractors and external technical advisers.
• Lead construction activities, site management, HSE and commissioning.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, risks and contractor performance.
• Maintain relationships with grid operators, technical advisers, and stakeholders.
• Oversee commissioning, performance testing and grid connection.
• Support contractual negotiations, variations and claims.
• Coordinate final close-out and handover to operations.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

EPC coordination

HSE & safety

German (Fluent)

English (Fluent)

Engineering background

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SCADA/EMS systems

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Solar PV & BESS (m/f/d)

Germany | Utility-Scale Renewable Energy

I’m currently working with an ambitious international renewable energy developer who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Project Manager to support the delivery of its growing utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) portfolio across Germany.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of large-scale renewable energy projects, overseeing execution from pre-construction through to commissioning, Commercial Operation Date (COD) and final handover.

The position offers the opportunity to work on projects typically ranging from 20 MW to 100 MW, including hybrid PV+BESS installations, within an international and fast-growing business.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing utility-scale Solar PV and PV+BESS projects from pre-construction through to COD and operational handover.

• Taking ownership of project delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

• Managing and overseeing EPC contractors and external technical consultants.

• Coordinating construction activities, site management, HSE and commissioning teams.

• Monitoring project schedules, budgets, risks and contractor performance.

• Managing relationships with grid operators, technical advisers and other key stakeholders.

• Overseeing commissioning, performance testing and grid connection activities.

• Supporting contractual negotiations, variations and claims.

• Coordinating final project close-out and handover to operations teams.

What They’re Looking For

• Minimum 8 years’ experience delivering utility-scale Solar PV projects.

• At least 3 years’ experience as the lead Project Manager.

• Proven track record of delivering at least 5 utility-scale PV projects to COD in Germany.

• Previous experience with PV+BESS hybrid projects is essential.

• Experience managing EPC contractors and external technical advisers.

• Strong understanding of construction, commissioning and project delivery processes.

• Experience with MV grid connection projects; HV and substation experience is advantageous.

• Understanding of SCADA/PPC systems, EMS/BESS integration and electrical infrastructure.

• Fluent German and English communication skills.

• Engineering, construction management or relevant technical background.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Remote flexibility: Home-office-based position within Germany, with travel to project sites.

• Project ownership: Take responsibility for delivering large-scale renewable energy projects.

• Solar & Storage: Work across utility-scale PV and hybrid BESS developments.

• International exposure: Join a growing business operating across several international markets.

• Responsibility: Work directly with EPC contractors, technical advisers and senior management.

• Career development: Opportunity to grow within an expanding renewable energy organisation.