Country Manager – Germany | Renewable Energy Development An established European renewable energy development platform, supported by long-term investment, is appointing a Country Manager for Germany to lead and scale its national project development activities. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for building and managing the German development organisation and delivering utility-scale solar PV, battery storage, and hybrid projects through to ready-to-build stage. Key focus areas: Lead and grow the German development teamDrive site acquisition, land securing, and project developmentOversee permitting, planning, and grid connection processesBuild strong relationships with municipalities, authorities, and partnersManage budgets, development strategy, and stakeholder engagementSupport project financing and asset sale processes Experience required: Senior experience in renewable energy project development in GermanyProven leadership at country or regional levelStrong understanding of German planning and grid connection frameworksEstablished industry networkFluent German & English Why consider this role? Country-level ownership with real strategic influenceLong-term platform with a clear growth strategyCompetitive senior compensation + bonus + long-term incentivesHybrid working across major German hubs

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