Senior Project Finance Manager

SENIOR PROJECT FINANCE MANAGER – WIND, PV & BESS – FRANKFURTLocation: Frankfurt, GermanySector: Renewable EnergyEmployment: PermanentAre you a Project Finance professional looking to take greater ownership of renewable-energy financing and transaction activity? Do you bring experience across Wind, PV or BESS, with the confidence to work directly with banks and commercial counterparties?The OpportunityAn established renewable-energy business is strengthening its Project Finance capability in Germany.This role offers broad, hands-on exposure across financing and transaction processes for renewable-energy projects. You will work closely with internal teams, German banks and external stakeholders, supporting the commercial and financial execution of projects while building greater ownership over time.Frankfurt is the primary location. Candidates based elsewhere in Germany may be considered where they can travel regularly and work within a practical hybrid arrangement.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport financing activity across German renewable-energy projects.Work across onshore wind and solar PV projects, with BESS exposure also highly relevant.Contribute to project sales and wider sell-side transaction processes.Liaise with German banks, financial institutions and external counterparties.Support the commercial and financial execution of projects.Take increasing ownership across financing processes and transaction activity.Work closely with an established Project Finance function and wider internal stakeholders.About YouBachelor’s degree minimum; a Master’s degree would be advantageous.Approximately three to five or more years’ relevant Project Finance experience within renewable energy.Experience across onshore wind, solar PV and/or BESS.Project sales or sell-side renewable-energy transaction exposure would be particularly valuable.Comfortable working independently and taking hands-on responsibility.Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, particularly with banks and financial counterparties.Fluent German at C1 level or equivalent is essential.If you are an experienced Senior Project Finance Manager, or a Project Finance Manager with considerable relevant experience looking to progress your career and take on greater hands-on responsibility, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Taran Gill directly at taran.gill@hunterphilips.com for a confidential discussion.

PROJECT MANAGER - SOLAR PV - RENEWABLE ENERGY - CLIENT SIDE - NORTHERN ITALY - FREELANCE / CONSULTANT Location: Northern Italy - Hybrid / Remote with Site TravelContract: Freelance / Independent ContractorDuration: Initial 6 Months – High Potential ExtensionStart: ASAP / Within 4 WeeksSector: Utility-Scale Solar PV / Renewable EnergyThe OpportunityWe are partnering with a leading international renewable energy investment and asset management business seeking an experienced Solar PV Project Manager to support the delivery of a portfolio of utility-scale solar projects across Northern Italy.The portfolio consists of multiple Solar PV developments ranging from 5MW to 20MW, with appointed EPC contractors progressing projects through construction and grid connection.This is a hands-on project management appointment requiring someone comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously, navigating complex stakeholder requirements and providing clear reporting to an international management team.Key Responsibilities:Manage the client-side delivery of multiple utility-scale Solar PV projects across Northern Italy.Oversee EPC contractor performance, construction programmes, budgets and project milestones.Coordinate technical consultants, grid specialists, quality personnel and other delivery stakeholders.Monitor project costs, risks, variations and financial performance.Review contractor progress, milestone approvals and payment applications.Manage relationships with corporate clients and ensure compliance with contractual and reporting requirements.Coordinate grid connection activities with local contractors and relevant stakeholders.Provide regular project updates, progress reports and risk assessments to senior management.Requirements:Proven Project Management experience delivering utility-scale Solar PV projects.Electrical Engineering background preferred.Experience managing multiple projects and complex corporate stakeholders.Fluent Italian and English communication skills.Based in Northern Italy, with flexibility to attend the Milan office and project sites.Strong project controls, cost management and reporting capabilities.PMP / PMI certification advantageous but not essential.Contract DetailsInitial 6-month freelance contract, with high extension potential for further assignments.Full-time commitment, 5 days per week.Hybrid working arrangement with site visits and occasional Milan office attendance.Immediate or short-notice availability preferred.Potential flexibility to begin part-time before transitioning to full-time.If you are an experienced Solar PV Project Manager with strong client-side delivery experience and would like to work on behalf of one of Europe's leading investment management companies, please apply by submitting your CV or reach out directly to: roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com.

SITE MANAGER - 132KV-400KV - OVERHEAD LINE TRANSMISSION - HIGH VOLTAGE - T&D - CENTRAL BELT, SCOTLANDLocation: Central Belt, ScotlandContract: ContractDuration: Initial 6 months - high extension potentialSector: Electricity Transmission | Overhead Lines (OHL)The OpportunityWe are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major electricity transmission infrastructure projects across Scotland, who is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to support overhead line construction and refurbishment projects across the Central Belt.The projects involve 132kV–400kV transmission overhead lines, covering both new infrastructure and upgrades to existing networks.Key Responsibilities:Manage day-to-day site delivery across 132kV–400kV overhead line construction and refurbishment projects.Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, resources and planned works.Liaise directly with the client regarding programme, progress, site activities and delivery requirements.Oversee site planning, sequencing and coordination of construction activities.Lead and support Project Engineers, Site Engineers and wider delivery teams.Maintain site health, safety and quality standards throughout construction.Identify programme or delivery issues and coordinate solutions with the wider project team.Monitor progress against programme and report on site performance.Requirements:Previous experience as a Site Manager within electricity transmission overhead line projects.Experience delivering 132kV–400kV OHL construction and/or refurbishment.Understanding of overhead line construction activities, site coordination and transmission infrastructure.Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.Ability to manage programmes, coordinate resources and communicate directly with clients.SMSTS and NEBOSH.Strong organisational, planning and communication skills.Candidates with a background as a Project Engineer on major transmission OHL projects, who are ready to progress into Site Management, will also be considered.Contract Details:Initial contract duration of 6 months.Requirements are anticipated towards the end of 2026, with the possibility of an earlier appointment for suitable candidates.Further opportunities are expected across Scotland as the wider transmission project pipeline progresses.If you would like to work for an industry-leading Tier 1 T&D contractor, please get in touch for a confidential discussion or send your CV to arran.pettifer@hunterphilips.com.