Senior Project Manager - C&I Solar PV (Germany)

Location Munich
Contact name: Gary O'Brien

Contact email: g.obrien@mintselection.com
Published: 1 day ago

Senior Project Manager - C&I Solar PV (Germany)

About the Company

 

Our client is a well-capitalised and fast-growing provider of commercial & industrial (C&I) solar PV systems, delivering high-quality rooftop and ground-adjacent installations across Germany. The business supports a diverse portfolio of mid-sized and large industrial clients, helping them reduce emissions, stabilise energy costs, and meet decarbonisation goals through tailored onsite solar solutions.

 

With an expanding national footprint and a strong pipeline of secured projects between 100kWp and 2MWp, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex installations, support junior project staff, and play a key role in the development of internal delivery processes.

 

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the successful execution of multiple solar PV projects across Germany, taking full responsibility for planning, delivery, and client engagement. You will also mentor junior project managers and contribute to the evolution of project delivery standards and systems as the business scales.

This role is ideal for a senior-level professional who thrives in a high-autonomy environment and is motivated by the opportunity to shape the project delivery function within a mission-driven clean energy business.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of C&I rooftop and onsite solar PV projects (100kWp–2MWp)

  • Oversee planning, permitting, engineering coordination, procurement, and site execution

  • Serve as senior liaison for key clients and act as escalation point for project issues

  • Manage internal delivery teams and supervise EPC partners and subcontractors

  • Monitor and report on budget, schedule, quality, and safety KPIs across multiple projects

  • Support process improvement, delivery tools, and documentation standards

  • Provide mentorship and oversight to junior project managers and site teams

 

Your Profile:

  • 5+ years of experience managing solar PV or comparable renewable energy/construction projects

  • Strong track record delivering commercial or industrial rooftop solar projects in Germany

  • Background in electrical or civil engineering, construction management, or similar

  • Deep understanding of German permitting, electrical compliance, and HSE regulations

  • Excellent organisational and communication skills; client-facing experience essential

  • Fluent German (C1+) and professional English

  • Willingness to travel across Germany to project sites as needed

 

Mint Selection is representing this client as part of a retained search. For more information or to apply confidentially, please send your CV to [g.obrien@mintselection.com] or get in touch directly.

Senior Project Manager - C&I Solar PV (Germany)