Senior Construction Project Manager – Solar PV & BESS (Germany)Location: Berlin Industry: Renewable Energy | Solar PV | Battery Energy Storage The OpportunityWe are supporting a well-capitalised renewable energy IPP that is scaling its German delivery platform. With projects already financed and moving into construction, they are now hiring a Senior Project Manager to take full ownership of utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects. This is a key hire within a lean, international EPC team and offers genuine autonomy, visibility, and responsibility. You will be trusted to lead projects end-to-end and help shape how construction is delivered in Germany. Your RoleAs Senior Project Manager, you will manage assigned PV and BESS projects across their full lifecycle, from site establishment through to final completion, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will act as the central interface between EPC contractors, internal stakeholders, utilities, and regulators, while proactively identifying and mitigating project risks. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the construction of PV and BESS plants from site setup through commissioning and handover Act as the primary interface between the EPC Contractor and Project Sponsor Monitor and control construction progress, quality, schedule, and costs Coordinate and manage engineering changes and revisions Full budget ownership, cost control, and cash flow management Direct interaction with utilities and authorities to secure grid connection, permitting, and regulatory compliance Supervise compliance with approved designs, technical standards, and quality requirements Manage all local stakeholders (EPC, landowners, subcontractors, suppliers) Oversee logistics for materials supplied directly by the company Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies Prepare and issue regular project reports to senior management and boards Your Background Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline 3-5+ years’ experience managing renewable energy projects (solar PV and/or BESS) Strong understanding of construction-phase project management Electrical certification or licensing strongly preferred (PV, BESS, HV substations) In-depth knowledge of German electrical codes, permitting, and grid connection processes Proven ability to manage EPC contractors and multiple stakeholders Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills Highly organised, detail-oriented, and delivery-focused Why This Role Funded, live projects — not speculative pipeline Exposure to both Solar PV and BESS, including grid connection responsibility High level of trust and autonomy within a lean EPC organisation Opportunity to help build and shape the German construction platform Direct access to senior European leadership and decision-makers Competitive salary and long-term growth potential within a scaling IPP Next stepsSubmit your CV to h.safavi@pipermaddox.com

Our client is seeking an experienced Solar Project Manager to lead the engineering and execution of large-scale utility solar projects. This role owns the full design lifecycle, coordinates multidisciplinary engineering teams, and serves as the primary client interface to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specifications. Responsibilities Lead project execution plans, schedules, and resource forecastsManage the engineering lifecycle from early design through IFC, PE stamps, and as-builtsCoordinate civil, structural, electrical, and protection engineering disciplinesServe as the main point of contact for clients, utilities, AHJs, and EPC partnersTrack milestones, budgets, risks, and change ordersResolve interconnection, permitting, and utility review issuesEnsure QA/QC compliance and adherence to codes, standards, and EOR requirementsSupport business development through scopes, LOEs, and client presentations Qualifications PMP certification (required)Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field5+ years of project management experience in utility-scale solar, BESS, or power engineering3+ years managing EOR-level design projectsStrong understanding of EPC workflows, permitting, and utility coordinationProficiency with Smartsheet, MS Project, and PM dashboardsAbility to manage multiple large-scale projects in a fast-paced environmentPE license a plus, not required Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonusesHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchProfessional development and training opportunitiesPaid time off and holidays

Piper Maddox is partnered with a leading organization in the renewable fuels sector seeking a Senior Project Manager. This role will be responsible for overseeing multiple, cross-functional initiatives and ensuring projects remain aligned with organizational priorities, timelines, and delivery standards. The ideal candidate brings strong corporate-level project management experience and is comfortable working across multiple internal teams and executive stakeholders. Responsibilities Ensure all projects are appropriately defined with clear objectives, deliverables, timelines, dependencies, and success criteria.Lead complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through delivery and close-out.Maintain accurate project tracking, documentation, and reporting within PMO tools and systems.Proactively manage scope, schedule, and resource trade-offs, clearly communicating risks, impacts, and mitigation plans to stakeholders. Qualifications 8+ years of project management experience overseeing multiple projects across multiple departments.Industry experience within renewable fuels, biomass, sustainability, infrastructure, or IT environments.Hands-on experience with project management platforms such as Monday.com.Ability to work independently while driving alignment across teams.PMP certification or equivalent strongly preferred.