Technical Project Manager (f/m/d), Energy Storage Systems EMEA

For our office in Hamburg we are looking for a 

Technical Project Manager (f/m/d), Energy Storage Systems EMEA

Aquila Clean Energy is Aquila Capital’s clean energy platform in Europe, committed to making a difference in the fight against climate change. We are seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager to join our energy storage team in Hamburg, Germany. In this role, you will lead the late development and construction phase of Aquila's EMEA ESS portfolio, with a primary focus on German projects.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all external facing technical interfaces during the construction phase, including DSO/TSO, ESS integrator, Balance of Plant, Route to Market, telecommunication providers, etc.
• Work in collaboration with the commercial lead of the ESS portfolio and other internal stakeholders to deliver all projects on quality, budget, and time.
• Identify technical risks and address issues proactively to mitigate commercial and technical impact.
• Support the development and investment teams on technical and project management topics during project development and acquisition phases, respectively.
• Support negotiations and contracting supply/services agreements with ESS integrators, balance of plant, route-to-market, and other providers.
• Closely follow regulatory developments related to energy storage systems (UL/IEC/VDE) and carry out impact assessments.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g. engineering, physics).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the ESS, solar PV, or wind sectors as a project manager, technical lead, or similar.
• Good understanding of all external stakeholders and interfaces of a BESS or renewable project.
• Attention to detail with the ability to efficiently navigate complex technical topics and equally complex commercial negotiations.
• Significant knowledge of the energy and renewable energy market, and a desire to keep updated with changing technologies, regulations, and trends.
• Good communication skills.
• Fluency in English and German; other European languages are considered beneficial.

 

At Aquila, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, a dynamic and diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to promoting a culture of inclusion, respect, and sustainability. If you share our passion for renewable energy and want to make a difference in the world, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

About us

Aquila Capital is an investment and industrial development company focused on generating and managing essential assets on behalf of its clients. By investing in clean energy and sustainable infrastructure, Aquila Capital contributes to the global energy transition and strengthens the world’s infrastructure backbone. The company initiates, develops, and manages these essential assets along the entire value chain and lifetime. Currently, Aquila Capital manages around EUR 13 billion on behalf of institutional investors worldwide. The company has around 630 employees from 48 nations, operating in 16 offices in 14 countries worldwide.

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Last updated on Sep 20, 2023