Position: Project Development Manager – BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) Overview An experienced and proactive Project Development Manager is sought to join a German renewable energy development team. The role focuses on progressing an existing project pipeline, sourcing new solar PV and battery storage opportunities, and managing them to Ready-to-Build status. The position offers full remote work for candidates based in Germany, with preference for those in the Berlin or Stuttgart regions. Collaboration with local consultants and remote teams across different time zones is required. Key Responsibilities Coordinate with the central site-finding function and Head of Development to guide land search activities Conduct landowner outreach and lead contract negotiations Liaise with grid operators to identify and secure grid connection agreements Engage with local communities to facilitate permitting processes Manage relationships with local planning offices to secure project permits Oversee site surveys and coordinate project design work Provide progress updates to international teams Support project sales, RFPs, and off-take agreements as needed Maintain awareness of regulatory and policy developments in the renewable energy sector Required Skills & Experience Native-level German proficiency Proven experience in renewable energy or real estate project development in Germany Knowledge of German permitting procedures Strong self-management, organisation, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication abilities, including remote collaboration Experience in managing contractors to deliver on schedule and budget Advanced English (written and spoken) Willingness to travel within a defined German region and occasionally internationally Valid driving licence and home office setup Right to live and work in Germany Desirable Skills Experience negotiating land lease or purchase agreements Experience applying for and negotiating grid connections Work Environment Home-based role anywhere in Germany, with regional travel and occasional visits to international offices