Senior Project Manager – Origination & Stakeholder Management (BESS)

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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead origination and stakeholder engagement activities in the rapidly growing Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) market. Based in Hamburg, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and initiating new project opportunities, developing early-stage concepts, and building trusted relationships with key partners, landowners, utilities, and regulatory bodies.

This role bridges the gap between commercial strategy and technical execution, requiring both a strategic mindset and hands-on project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and originate new BESS project opportunities across Germany, with a focus on northern regions.
• Conduct feasibility assessments including grid connection, land use, permitting, and market viability.
• Develop and present business cases for new projects, supporting investment decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including landowners, municipalities, utilities, TSOs, DSOs, and regulatory authorities.
• Represent the company in public hearings, consultations, and community engagement activities.
• Manage stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to construction readiness
• Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, grid, legal, finance, ESG) to ensure alignment and progress on early-stage project development.
• Serve as the internal lead for project origination efforts, ensuring delivery against strategic targets.
• Monitor regulatory and market developments in the German energy storage sector.
• Provide insights and recommendations to inform the company’s origination strategy.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in project management, with a minimum of 3 years in energy infrastructure or renewable energy, ideally with experience in BESS or grid-connected assets.
• Proven track record in origination and stakeholder engagement, particularly in the German energy market.
• Strong understanding of the permitting, grid connection, and regulatory frameworks in Germany.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in both German (C1+) and English.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel regionally as needed.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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