Freelance Construction Manager – Battery Energy Storage Project (Lower Saxony, Germany)
Location:
Lower Saxony, Germany
Contract Type:
Freelance / Contractor
Duration:
12 months
Start Date:
January 2026
Schedule:
5 days per week, on-site
Rate:
Competitive daily rate
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Construction Manager to oversee the full construction phase of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Lower Saxony.
You will be responsible for managing all construction activities on-site, ensuring safety, quality, and progress targets are met while coordinating contractors and technical teams through to project completion.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day construction operations and ensure compliance with project plans.
* Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and construction schedules.
* Enforce HSE and quality standards across all work fronts.
* Review drawings, method statements, and technical documentation.
* Liaise with engineering, procurement, and site management teams.
* Report progress, risks, and milestones to the Project Manager.
Requirements
* 10+ years of experience in construction management, ideally within energy, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
* Strong background in electrical or civil works; BESS experience an advantage.
* Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and complex construction phases.
* Fluent in German and English (spoken and written).
* Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
* Available for full-time, on-site work (Monday–Friday).
What's Offered
* 12-month freelance contract, starting January 2026.
* Competitive daily rate.
* Opportunity to work with a leading international team on a landmark renewable energy project in Germany.