Energy Storage Manager (f/m/d)

Company Description

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That is what we offer. 125 years of unrivaled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

But there is more work to be done – that is why we need you to join!

If you:

1. wish to bring and grow your expertise and talent to nourish our common vision “renew the way the world is powered ”
2. embrace with enthusiasm and curiosity the knowledge from other renewable energy experts across the company and beyond within a multicultural environment
3. have an entrepreneurial, open-minded and problem-solving mindset with a strong willingness to learn and have new experiences
4. consider communication and relationship management as powerful tools to reach your goal
5. care about your continuous own development while working as a passionate team player

then joining Statkraft and being on the right side of the climate change is your value-based choice .

With our project Zerbst, a PV-storage co-location project (47 MWp PV, 16 MW battery storage) in Sachsen-Anhalt, we have taken a large step into battery energy storage system (BESS) business development in Germany. To expand this activity, we are currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Energy Storage Manager (f/m/d) to join our wind, solar and storage development team in Germany. This role reports into the Head of Energy Storage Germany.

Job Description

Key activities that you will be managing:

1. Leading energy storage projects in all stages from initiation through permitting, design, procurement, planning and business case validation to investment decision, i.e. to status construction-ready
2. Contributing to the further development and implementation of a utility-scale battery storage strategy in Germany – considering both stand-alone BESS projects and co-located with solar PV or wind
3. Having full responsibility for management of project budgets, programs, and schedules from early-stage development to point of construction
4. Engaging with legal, land, compliance, health and safety, commercial, grid connection and engineering colleagues to integrate these specialisms in your projects
5. Managing external service providers with purchase orders and contracts including planning consultants, land agents, and technical experts
6. Supporting the projects through construction stage and in operation
7. Regular reporting on your project progress to the team and management
8. Stakeholder management (internal and external) especially landowners, agents and local community

Qualifications

1. Degree in Renewable energy, business, engineering or other relevant field
2. Commercial drive and motivation to achieve outstanding results
3. Good understanding of the German power system & electricity market, the business case for BESS and the relevant regulatory framework
4. Excellent team-player with very good interpersonal and communication skills, project management skills
5. Competency in working in an international environment
6. Some years of relevant experience is an advantage
7. Fluency in German and English

Our profile description contains a variety of different competencies that are relevant for the position. Please apply even if you do not yet meet all points 100%. Because we believe that everything can be learned. And we are happy to support you in doing so.

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities and the future. Together, we work on the front lines of changing the game for renewable energy. From hydrogen development to algorithmic trading and everything in between. We have 125 years of unrivalled expertise in creating the technologies that put ecosystems, communities and our environment first. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

1. Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation including Linkedin Learning and inspiring leadership programs like IMD
2. The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and backgrounds
3. The opportunity to work somewhere with pride, and to be able to honestly say “My work is contributing to saving the planet”
4. A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions, and work life balance principles
5. Monetary childcare subsidy to support you and your family
6. A focus on fun outside of work, supported by various activity groups such as soccer, yoga, sailing, climbing, boxing, cabin rentals, and much more
7. Being part of a company proudly certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’

Statkraft’s vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.

Please note: Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. We conduct background checks on qualified applicants before hire.