Overview: We’re seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead the execution of complex Control &amp; Protection projects within HVDC. This role offers high visibility, working closely with the Project Director, and combines technical depth with project leadership, providing a rare opportunity to oversee projects from tender to commissioning. C&amp;P Project Management Overview:• Team size (per project): ~35 people, including Hardware, Software, and Integration Leads• Structure: Clear separation between grid access and interconnector responsibilities Summary:• Works closely with the Project Director - fast communication, high exposure• Full project lifecycle responsibility: from kickoff to commissioning• Role is 50% project management, 50% technical - requires interest and involvement in technical discussions• Strong learning environment: opportunity to work with top industry professionals Career Development:• Structured development plans for all candidates• Clear progression path: → PM → Senior PM / Project Director (Avg, 3-4 yr time frame per role)• PM certification courses offered• Opportunities to move across departments and broaden experience Responsibilities:• Lead and coordinate a multi-disciplinary C&amp;P team (~30 people) across global locations• Manage project execution from tender phase through to commissioning• Ensure alignment with project scope, timeline, budget, and quality requirements• Collaborate closely with the Project Director and wider PMO• Participate in technical reviews, solution definition, and interface discussions• Oversee technical documentation, system integration, and FAT/SAT planning• Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and customers on C&amp;P matters

Sub PM (Erlangen and Manchester)

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Investment Associate
Berlin
Technologien: Wind, Solar, Batteriespeicher
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M&ouml;chten Sie Teil eines dynamischen Unternehmens sein, das die Energiewende in Europa aktiv mitgestaltet und kontinuierlich neue Projekte akquiriert und entwickelt?
F&uuml;r einen f&uuml;hrenden europ&auml;ischen IPP mit Hauptsitz in Berlin suchen wir einen Investment Associate &ndash; eine Rolle mit hoher Sichtbarkeit, Verantwortung &uuml;ber den gesamten Transaktionsprozess und klaren Entwicklungsm&ouml;glichkeiten in Richtung Senior Investment Manager.
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Warum diese Position?
Sie arbeiten direkt an strategisch relevanten Deals im Bereich Wind, Solar und Speichertechnologien &ndash; von der ersten Bewertung bis zum Closing. Das Unternehmen bietet eine moderne, unternehmerische Kultur mit kurzen Entscheidungswegen und einem erfahrenen Team. Diese Rolle ist ideal f&uuml;r jemanden, der Verantwortung &uuml;bernehmen, Einfluss haben und sich in einem internationalen Umfeld weiterentwickeln m&ouml;chte.
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Die Rolle bietet:
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<li>Mitarbeit an M&amp;A-Transaktionen und Investitionsprozessen im Bereich Erneuerbare Energien</li>
<li>Durchf&uuml;hrung von Marktanalysen, Wirtschaftlichkeitsrechnungen und Business Cases f&uuml;r neue Investments</li>
<li>Eigenst&auml;ndige Modellierung und Bewertung von Projekten (Financial Modelling, DCF, LBO etc.)</li>
<li>Unterst&uuml;tzung bei Vertragsverhandlungen (SPA, SHA, Kooperationsvereinbarungen)</li>
<li>Zusammenarbeit mit internen Abteilungen wie Legal, Technik, Entwicklung und Finanzierung sowie externen Partnern</li>
<li>M&ouml;glichkeit, eigenverantwortlich kleinere Transaktionen oder Teilbereiche gr&ouml;&szlig;erer Deals zu &uuml;bernehmen</li>
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Anforderungen:
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<li>2&ndash;4 Jahre Erfahrung im Bereich M&amp;A, Corporate Finance oder Investment (idealerweise im Energiesektor)</li>
<li>Ausgepr&auml;gte analytische F&auml;higkeiten und Erfahrung im Financial Modelling</li>
<li>Unternehmerisches Denken und Interesse an der Energiewirtschaft</li>
<li>Sehr gute Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse</li>
<li>Ans&auml;ssig in (oder offen f&uuml;r einen Umzug nach) Berlin</li>
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Wenn Sie Ihre Karriere im Investmentbereich der erneuerbaren Energien auf das n&auml;chste Level heben m&ouml;chten und Teil eines ambitionierten, wachstumsstarken Unternehmens werden wollen &ndash; dann ist das die ideale Gelegenheit.
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Investment Associate

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Senior Project Finance Manager
Standort: Berlin
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Ich arbeite aktuell mit einem f&uuml;hrenden Unternehmen im Bereich der Erneuerbaren Energien zusammen, das stark im deutschen Windenergiemarkt expandiert. Mit einer soliden Pipeline aus Repowering- und Greenfield-Projekten sowie starker finanzieller Unterst&uuml;tzung sucht das Unternehmen einen Senior Project Finance Manager, der den gesamten Finanzierungsprozess f&uuml;r das Onshore-Portfolio leitet.
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Diese Position ist ideal f&uuml;r jemanden, der Transaktionen ganzheitlich betreuen m&ouml;chte &ndash; von der Strukturierung bis zum Closing &ndash; und gerne eng mit internen sowie externen Stakeholdern zusammenarbeitet, um Projekte erfolgreich zu gestalten und umzusetzen.
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Aufgaben:
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<li>Vollst&auml;ndige Verantwortung f&uuml;r den Projektfinanzierungsprozess: Strukturierung, Due Diligence, Verhandlung und Abschluss</li>
<li>Abwicklung von Akquisitions- sowie Bauphasenfinanzierungen f&uuml;r Repowering- und Greenfield-Windprojekte</li>
<li>Erstellung aller bankseitigen Unterlagen wie Projektpr&auml;sentationen, Datenr&auml;ume und Investment-Memos</li>
<li>Leitung der Verhandlungen von Term Sheets und Finanzierungsvertr&auml;gen</li>
<li>Zentraler Ansprechpartnerin f&uuml;r Kreditgeber und Koordination externer Berater</li>
<li>Enge Zusammenarbeit mit internen Abteilungen: M&amp;A, Projektentwicklung, Bau, Asset Management und Finanzen</li>
<li>Unterst&uuml;tzung bei alternativen Finanzierungsstrategien: Mezzanine-Kapital, Eigenkapital, Garantien, Anleihen etc.</li>
<li>Aufbau und Pflege von Excel-basierten Finanzmodellen zur Optimierung der Kapitalstruktur</li>
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Anforderungen:
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<li>Praktische Erfahrung in der Projektfinanzierung im Bereich Erneuerbare Energien</li>
<li>Nachweisbare Erfolge in der Verhandlung mit Banken und im Management von Due-Diligence-Prozessen</li>
<li>Strukturierte und detailorientierte Arbeitsweise mit hohem Verantwortungsbewusstsein</li>
<li>Starke Kommunikations- und Stakeholder-Management-F&auml;higkeiten</li>
<li>Verhandlungssichere Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse</li>
<li>Bereitschaft, in Berlin ans&auml;ssig zu sein oder dorthin umzuziehen</li>
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Wenn Sie Teil eines f&uuml;hrenden Unternehmens im Bereich der Erneuerbaren Energien werden und eine Rolle mit echter Verantwortung &uuml;ber den gesamten Projektverlauf &uuml;bernehmen m&ouml;chten &ndash; bewerben Sie sich jetzt und wir vereinbaren gerne ein vertrauliches Gespr&auml;ch.
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Senior Project Finance Manager

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Chief Operating Officer (COO), Hamburg, Germany - Solar, Wind, and BESS
Company Type: Independent Power Producer (IPP)
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About the Company
A dynamic and rapidly growing Independent Power Producer (IPP) with a strong presence across Europe, focused on delivering clean, reliable, and innovative renewable energy solutions. Core activities span the full project lifecycle from development and financing to construction and asset management in solar PV, onshore wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). With a committed investor base and a robust pipeline of projects, positioned to play a key role in Europe&rsquo;s energy transition.
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The Role
As Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will join the senior leadership team and report directly to/working alongside the CEO. You will take strategic and operational ownership of the company&rsquo;s development, construction, and asset management functions across our solar, wind, and BESS portfolio. This is a pivotal role, requiring strong leadership, a commercial mindset, and deep sector expertise.
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Key Responsibilities
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<li>Lead and scale the operational teams across project development, engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), and O&amp;M.</li>
<li>Drive operational excellence and standardisation across all business units and project types.</li>
<li>Oversee project delivery from late-stage development through to COD and into operations.</li>
<li>Optimize project performance, lifecycle value, and risk mitigation strategies across the asset base.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the CFO and CEO to align operational delivery with strategic investment and growth plans.</li>
<li>Ensure robust compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.</li>
<li>Support strategic partnerships, M&amp;A integration, and market entry initiatives across Europe.</li>
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Required Experience &amp; Qualifications
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<li>Proven track record as COO or senior operations executive in the renewable energy or energy infrastructure space.</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of solar, wind, and BESS technologies, and the IPP business model.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience managing multi-country teams and complex infrastructure projects.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of the commercial, regulatory, and technical landscape in European renewables.</li>
<li>Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.</li>
<li>Fluent in English &amp; German.</li>
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Apply now: Kris.Gittings@hunterphilips.com
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Chief Operating Officer (COO) - IPP | Solar, Wind & BESS

Senior Buyer/Purchaser (Procurement) - Solar and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) - Excellent Salary &amp; Package Company:An Italian Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects, primarily solar (photovoltaic) and battery‑energy‑storage systems (BESS). A pipeline of 1.4 GW of clean-energy projects in Italy, with a pipeline target of over 6 GW. Job Description:An exciting opportunity is available for a Buyer to support the procurement department in sourcing and purchasing core components for Solar, Wind, and BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) plants. This role is ideal for individuals seeking to launch a career in procurement with the opportunity to grow into more senior roles over time.

Senior Buyer/Purchaser (Procurement) - Solar and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Sy

Senior Civil Engineer / Site Manager - High Voltage Substation - Civil Engineering – Construction - 24 month Contract / Freelance position We are currently supporting a leading Irish renewable energy developer on a long-term contract opportunity delivering a major substation connected by underground cable and fitted with multiple transformers and associated switchgear. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the Senior Project Manager in the delivery of civil works associated with a high voltage substation</li><li>Coordinate with multiple stakeholders including ESB / EirGrid, EPC contractors, and OEMs</li><li>Develop and review civil design packages and ensure alignment with project requirements</li><li>Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and civil design documentation</li><li>Oversee construction activities on-site to ensure quality, safety, and programme adherence</li><li>Work closely with the Owner’s Engineer team to monitor contractor performance and compliance</li><li>Manage interfaces between civil, structural, and electrical teams across project phases</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor&#39;s Degree (or Equivalent) in Civil Engineering or related field</li><li>Minimum 5 years experience delivering high-voltage substations, civil infrastructure or comparable major utility-scale projects</li><li>Competent in producing technical designs, layouts, and drawings using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D</li><li>Experience working on active construction sites and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams</li><li>Track record of delivering reports and technical documentation to project teams and senior leadership</li></ul>Contract Details:<ul><li>Contract Type: Freelance/Contract</li><li>Duration: 24 month initial contract</li><li>Start Date: Ideally October but can be flexible</li></ul>To apply, please submit your CV along with references or send your CV directly to roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com

Site Manager

Project Development Manager - Renewable Energy - Solar &amp; BESS - Long Term Contract / Freelance Position (2-3 years) We are supporting a leading renewable energy investor in their search for a Development Project Manager to join their team on a contract basis, managing early to mid-stage development projects across Ireland. This is a critical role within their renewable development team, with a focus on Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects. Job Overview:The successfull candidate will oversee projects from acquisition through pre-construction, managing third-party developers contracted to deliver key development activities. The role involves coordinating planning, grid connections, and permitting, ensuring all development milestones are met on time and to standard. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage third-party developers under service agreements</li><li>Oversee development activities: land, planning, and grid</li><li>Coordinate planning applications and ensure community engagement</li><li>Lead the grid connection process with Irish utilities</li><li>Oversee technical surveys (ecological, archaeological, environmental)</li><li>Report on project progress to senior management</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Experience managing renewable energy development in Ireland</li><li>Strong knowledge of Irish planning and grid connection processes</li><li>Comfortable managing external developers and stakeholders</li><li>Dublin-based or commutable</li><li>Strong coordination, commercial, and communication skills</li></ul>Contract Details:<ul><li>Contract Type: Freelance/Contract</li><li>Duration: 2 - 3 years</li><li>Working Arrangement: Full-time, 5 days/week</li></ul>To apply, please submit your CV along with references or send your CV directly to roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com

Project Development Manager

A fast-growing renewable energy company operating in the UK, US, and Germany. With a global pipeline of 10 GW, they are on a mission to develop 2 GW of renewable energy projects in Germany by 2026. Combining the agility of a startup with the professionalism of a market leader, they are one to watch! Due to their significant success in global markets, they have created the need to recruit a Grid Connection Manager to support the continued growth of the business.
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The role:
As Grid Connection Manager, you&rsquo;ll be responsible for securing and managing grid connections for renewable energy and battery storage projects across Germany. You&rsquo;ll act as the key liaison between project teams and grid operators (TSOs/DSOs), navigating the technical and regulatory landscape to ensure timely and cost-effective connections.
This is a hands-on role where you will:
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<li>Research and evaluate optimal grid connection points for new project developments</li>
<li>Initiate and manage communication with grid operators to secure and maintain grid access</li>
<li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex grid-related issues, including pushback from TSOs/DSOs</li>
<li>Stay up to date on the German grid infrastructure and upcoming developments</li>
<li>Support development teams with grid feasibility, timelines, and technical input</li>
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The ideal candidate:
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<li>Bring prior experience in grid connection roles, ideally from a grid operator, energy supplier, or developer</li>
<li>Has a strong understanding of the German power grid, including transmission and distribution systems</li>
<li>Is confident navigating TSO/DSO processes, with experience overcoming challenges and negotiating successful outcomes</li>
<li>Works independently, takes initiative, and enjoys collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Fluent in German and comfortable communicating in English</li>
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The right candidate will be joining a small, non-hierarchical team that values respect, collaboration, and fun. Want to make an impact? Want to be part of a company with a strong pipeline and ambitious growth targets? Apply now!

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