Substations Project Manager

Vallum Associates; Sachsen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading engineering firm in Germany is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee high-voltage substations and energy plants. The role requires managing the complete project lifecycle and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Technology, along with project management experience in the energy sector. Strong communication skills in German are essential, with English proficiency as a bonus. This is a full-time position requiring site presence.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a comparable qualification.
• Some professional experience in project management within energy infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of contract and claim management.
• Strong communication skills in German; English advantageous.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Germany.

Aufgaben

• Manage the complete project lifecycle from tender to handover.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams.
• Organize project meetings and handle negotiations.
• Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Communication skills in German

Teamwork skills

Solution-oriented approach

Ausbildung

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Energy Technology

Tools

SAP or comparable ERP system

Jobbeschreibung

Project Manager – High Voltage Substations & Energy Plants

Overview

You will take full ownership of complex projects in the field of high-voltage substations (up to 380 kV) and energy generation facilities — including both conventional and renewable energy systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete project lifecycle — from tender and planning stages through to execution and successful handover.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and quality standards to ensure on-time and within-scope delivery.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate project meetings, and handle negotiations with clients, partners, and subcontractors.
• Work closely with engineering, construction, and technical specialists across various departments.
• Identify potential project risks at an early stage and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Maintain transparent project documentation and oversee structured project handovers.

Your Profile

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a comparable qualification (e.g., technician with relevant experience).
• Some professional experience in project management, ideally within the energy infrastructure sector.
• Basic understanding of contract and claim management, with knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
• Experience with SAP or a comparable ERP system is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills in German (written and spoken); English proficiency is beneficial.
• Independent, structured, and solution-oriented approach to work, combined with teamwork skills and a high sense of responsibility.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within Germany.

This is a permanent position full time which will require site presence.

If this position could be of interest to you or anyone you know, apply via the link below!