Senior Consultant with German - Energy Transmission Infrastructure

EY; Katowice; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

EY GDS Poland is seeking a Senior Consultant with German to support German and European energy-transmission projects from offices in Wrocław, Katowice and Warsaw. The role focuses on project controls, cost, schedule, and quality management across HVDC and cable infrastructure initiatives.

You will coordinate with clients, TSOs and contractors, using tools like Primavera P6 and Jira, and travel across Germany and Europe as needed. German language at C1 and professional English are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Very good German language skills (C1 preferred) and professional English proficiency.
• 3+ years of professional experience in transmission grid or energy infrastructure construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Support full lifecycle of large-scale transmission grid and energy projects from planning through execution.
• Provide consulting and project management support for transmission network expansion and modernization.
• Conduct project controls activities including cost, schedule and quality management.

Skills

German (C1)

English

Education

BSc/MSc in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

CDE Enterprise

Jira

Job description

Senior Consultant with German – Energy Transmission Infrastructure

Location: Wrocław / Katowice / Warsaw - 2 days in office / 3 days remote

Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY.

The opportunity

Our team is one of the largest real estate and infrastructure advisory groups, supporting private and public sector clients on complex transformation and infrastructure initiatives. We combine deep sector expertise with a strong global network and local market knowledge to deliver value across large‑scale energy and transmission infrastructure projects.

We are currently looking for a Senior Consultant with German to support leading German and European energy‑sector clients on strategic and operational engagements related to transmission grids, cable infrastructure projects, and HVDC developments. The role is particularly suited for professionals with experience in project controls across energy transmission and grid construction projects, including cost, schedule, and quality management.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support the full lifecycle of large-scale transmission grid, cable infrastructure, and energy projects from planning through execution and commissioning.
• Provide consulting and project management support for transmission network expansion and modernization initiatives.

Perform project controls activities, including:

• Cost management and project cost tracking
• Schedule planning and monitoring
• Quality management and assurance
• Project reporting and performance analysis.
• Support the delivery of transmission cable projects, including underground cable and HVDC infrastructure investments.
• Monitor project performance against budgets, schedules, milestones, risks, and quality objectives.
• Review and analyze project documentation, engineering deliverables, construction plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate activities among clients, engineering contractors, transmission system operators (TSOs), regulatory bodies, and project teams.
• Conduct technical assessments and contribute to feasibility studies, project reviews, and due diligence activities.
• Utilize project delivery and collaboration tools such as Primavera P6, CDE-Enterprise, Jira, and similar platforms.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, regulations, and engineering requirements, particularly German standards such as VDE and DIN.
• Prepare and present project reports, management updates, steering committee materials, and client presentations.
• Participate in project visits, site reviews, construction monitoring activities, and stakeholder workshops in Germany and other European locations.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Strong project controls and project management capabilities within infrastructure or energy‑sector projects.
• Understanding of transmission grid construction and cable infrastructure project delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in complex and highly regulated environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in international, multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to balance technical, commercial, and regulatory considerations when supporting clients.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in transmission grid or energy infrastructure construction projects.

Proven hands‑on experience in project controls, particularly:

• Cost management
• Schedule management
• Quality management
• Experience supporting the delivery of transmission cable infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on HVDC/DC transmission projects or other large‑scale transmission network developments.
• Knowledge of German engineering standards, regulations, and industry requirements, including VDE and DIN.
• Experience using Primavera, CDE Enterprise, Jira, or comparable project management and project controls solutions.
• Very good German language skills (minimum C1 preferred) and professional English proficiency.
• High willingness to travel, including regular travel to Germany and project locations.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working for German transmission system operators (TSOs) or engineering companies supporting these organizations.
• Prior exposure to large‑scale German or European transmission and grid expansion programs.
• Understanding of the German energy market, regulatory framework, and grid transformation initiatives.
• Experience in EPC, owner's engineer, PMO, project controls, or infrastructure advisory environments.
• Knowledge of underground cable systems, transmission network expansion projects, and energy transition programs.

What We Offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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