Senior Project Manager Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

re:cap global investors AG is a Zug (Switzerland)-based international M&A advisor and asset manager specialising in the field of renewable energies. As a consulting firm specialising in institutional investors, re:cap offers professional transaction advice and sustainable portfolio management for suitable investments. As part of its long-term asset management strategy, re:cap manages and optimises the operations of the approximately 100 project companies acquired to date, with over 1.4 GW in the asset classes of wind and solar, battery storage, and charging infrastructure.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to lead complex projects in the renewable energy sector. This position combines technical expertise, hands-on implementation, and strategic leadership to deliver innovative energy storage solutions that enable the integration of renewable energy into modern power grids and industrial applications.

You will be responsible for end-to-end project execution, from conceptual design and engineering to construction, commissioning, and quality assurance. Additionally, you will play a key role in international contract negotiations and due diligence processes for acquisition projects, ensuring cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and technical compliance for large-scale investments.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, your key responsibilities include:

• Technical Leadership : Design and engineer advanced battery storage systems (Li-Ion, LFP, NMC, hybrid solutions).
• Project Management : Oversee full project lifecycle, including planning, implementation, and commissioning.
• Construction Oversight : Supervise on-site installation, cabling, and integration processes, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Quality Assurance : Define and monitor battery storage testing protocols for system validation and project acceptance.
• System Optimization : Conduct simulations, performance analyses, and lifecycle assessments to maximize efficiency.
• Interface Management : Collaborate with manufacturers, EPC contractors, and grid operators to ensure seamless integration.
• SCADA & Control Systems : Manage BESS SCADA systems and optimizer interfaces for real-time monitoring and control.
• Contract Negotiations : Lead international negotiations with suppliers and EPC partners, ensuring favorable terms and technical compliance.
• Due Diligence : Manage technical due diligence processes for acquisition projects , including risk assessment and compliance checks.

Desired expertise and skills:

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in battery storage projects (design, construction, commissioning).
• Strong technical knowledge of energy storage technologies and grid integration.
• Proven experience in international contract negotiations.
• Expertise in quality assurance and acceptance testing for battery storage systems.
• Hands-on mentality and practical problem-solving skills.
• Experience with BESS SCADA systems and optimizer interfaces.
• Fluent in English (German is a plus).
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

We are looking forward to receiving your detailed application, stating your possible starting date and salary expectations.