About us
BayWa r.e. AG Holding in Munich, with an outstanding view over the Alps, unites about 400 people of all our core Corporate Functions under one roof. With comprehensive service offerings, we support our renewable energy business worldwide from our headquarters and actively shape the future of energy. We are working with companies and organisations worldwide to provide tailored renewable solutions that reduce carbon footprints and drive down energy costs. Join us and become part of our team of change makers!
As part of our dynamic growth, we are expanding our Project Management team and are currently looking for a Senior Project Manager (m/f/d) to support our European renewable energy pipeline.
About the role
As a Senior Project Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the successful execution of complex renewable energy projects (PV, Wind, BESS) across Europe, from late-stage development to commercial operation. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate all project phases and stakeholders, and ensure delivery on time and within budget.
The position can be based at our headquarters in Munich or at one of our other BayWa r.e. offices in Germany.
What you will do
You will manage complex utility scale renewable energy projects (PV, Wind, BESS) across Europe, with a strong focus on German projects initially.
You will ensure timely and budget-compliant execution from late-stage development through to commercial operations.
You will lead and coordinate cross-functional project teams, including legal, technical, PPA, sales, financing, and permitting experts.
You will prepare and submit internal investment approvals and present project opportunities to senior management.
You will guarantee compliance with internal processes, quality standards, and risk management frameworks.
You will manage contracts and relationships with external advisors, contractors, service providers, and investors.
You will act as main point of contact for local stakeholders including landowners, municipalities, DSOs/TSOs, and other public entities.
You will maintain proactive risk identification and mitigation planning throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure a structured project handover to Operation and Asset Management teams.
What you’ll need to succeed
A degree in engineering, renewable energy, project management, or a comparable field.
Proven track record of managing complex renewable energy projects (ideally PV, Wind, and/or BESS) in Europe, including grid connection and permitting phases.
Strong leadership and coordination skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
Experience with internal investment processes and presenting to senior stakeholders.
Ability to manage a wide range of external stakeholders and build long-term, trust-based relationships.
Familiarity with regulatory and market frameworks in at least one major European energy market; German market knowledge is a strong asset.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing project conditions and steer the project through fact based decision-making.
Structured, organised and proactive way of working, with high level of independence and accountability.
Excellent communication skills in English and German.
Willingness to travel within Europe as required.
What’s in it for you?
Being part of a highly motivated and multicultural team that drives forward the energy revolution
Innovative and fast-changing market and working environment
Mobile working
Flexible working hours
Modern office atmosphere
Company restaurant / Barista bar (only at the headquarter)
Discounted Conditions Fitness
Discounted Online Shopping
Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding.
Il Tuo Contatto
Yasmine Haroun
BayWa r.e. è la casa dei promotori del cambiamento. Qui ripensiamo l’energia: da come viene prodotta ed immagazzinata a come può essere utilizzata al meglio per rendere sempre più concreta la transizione verso le energie rinnovabili, fondamentale per il futuro del nostro pianeta. In BayWa r.e generiamo cambiamento a livello globale con sedi in 30 paesi ed oltre 4000 dipendenti in tutto il mondo; collaboriamo inoltre attivamente con enti ed aziende locali per plasmare in maniera proattiva il futuro del settore energetico.
In BayWa r.e. ci impegniamo a promuovere l’equità e l’inclusione accogliendo le diversità di ognuno, sia di chi lavora con noi da tempo che di chi ancora deve entrare a far parte della nostra società! Diamo il benvenuto ad ogni candidato/a, indipendentemente da genere, nazionalità, religione, estrazione sociale, culturale o etnica, orientamento sessuale, età, disabilità fisica o mentale, o condizioni di qualsiasi natura particolarmente tutelate dalle leggi attualmente in vigore. Ogni decisione in materia di assunzioni si basa su esigenze aziendali e su una valutazione dei requisiti e delle qualifiche di ciascun candidato/a. Ci impegniamo ad offrire pari opportunità a tutti, garantendo un ambiente inclusivo e libero da discriminazioni o molestie.
