Title: Solar Project Manager
Location: North Rhine-Westphalia
Salary: 70k - 90k (Depending on experience)
Start: Asap
We are seeking a skilled Solar Project Manager to join our team to oversee our existing projects within Germany.
This role encompasses:
* Overseeing existing projects.
* Conducting technical tasks such as project documentation, design evaluations, and technical writing.
* Expanding our business and commercial endeavors in Germany, collaborating with our technical team in Germany.
* While primarily technical, the role demands seamless client interaction and internal team coordination.
Candidates should possess or be willing to acquire technical skills relevant to the role, including site supervision, tender support, PV plant design, and energy assessments.
The ideal candidate may have prior experience with an EPC or PV Developer and familiarity with German PV projects or the market. However, we are adaptable regarding previous experience levels and offer development support tailored to the candidates qualifications and expertise.
Main Responsibilities:
As Project Manager:
* Provide technical assistance to Owners across project phases.
* Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring quality and timely completion.
* Manage internal costs to adhere to client-agreed budgets.
* Coordinate stakeholders involved in the project.
* Maintain project documentation and prepare technical reports.
As Business Developer:
* Engage in business development activities and represent the company at industry events.
* Prepare and support leads and proposals.
* Stay abreast of regulations and standards applicable to German PV plants, suggesting optimizations to internal processes.
PROFILE
Education:
* Engineering graduate, preferably in electrical engineering STEM qualifications also considered.
Languages:
* Proficient in English
Technical Skills:
* Experience in PV project development, construction, or operations.
* Familiarity with EPC and related contracts experience in other construction activities valued.
* Strong engineering background, preferably in electrical, civil, or structural engineering.
* Project management certifications such as APM/PRINCE 2 highly regarded.
* Proficient in technical writing and preparing commercial offers.
* Knowledge of German permitting for solar PV and energy storage projects.
Soft Skills:
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to cater to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Collaborative mindset for a multi-cultural and remote work environment.
* Meticulous attention to documentation, deadlines, and quality.
* Logical thinker, adept at contributing to workflow optimization.
* Efficient multitasker capable of managing multiple projects concurrently.
* Willingness to travel within Germany
If you are suitable for this role and interested in learning more, feel free to reach out to Darnele.Williams@ewi-group.com.
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.