Project Manager BESS

Position, Location, Department Full-time | Europe | Technical Department Job Title Project Manager BESS – Europe Position Summary The Project Manager BESS is responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across Europe. The role coordinates project execution activities from contract review and installation through testing, commissioning, and handover, ensuring compliance with technical requirements, quality standards, project schedules, and contractual obligations. Operating as an Individual Contributor within the Technical Europe organisation, the role serves as a key coordination point between internal technical teams, customers, EPCs, contractors, factories, and logistics stakeholders to support successful project delivery throughout the project lifecycle. Reporting Line Reports to: Head of Technical Europe Major Responsibilities Project Execution & Site Coordination Coordinate the on-site execution of BESS projects across Europe. Oversee installation activities and ensure compliance with approved project plans, schedules, and technical requirements. Monitor project progress and escalate risks, delays, technical issues, or quality concerns where appropriate. Support project delivery by coordinating internal and external stakeholders throughout the execution phase. Technical Oversight Act as the primary technical coordination point on-site during installation and commissioning activities. Verify implementation of approved electrical designs, technical specifications, and system requirements. Review and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, system layouts, and technical documentation. Support the resolution of technical issues arising during installation and commissioning. Contractor & Stakeholder Management Supervise installation contractors and subcontractors on project sites. Ensure compliance with technical standards, quality requirements, and safety regulations. Coordinate activities between customers, EPCs, contractors, Technical Service teams, and Presales teams. Facilitate communication and alignment across project stakeholders. Contract Review & Alignment Review project contracts and ensure understanding of key technical, commercial, delivery, and testing requirements. Translate contractual requirements into actionable project activities and stakeholder responsibilities. Monitor compliance with contractual deliverables, milestones, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and handover requirements. Commissioning & Handover Support Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting, and acceptance activities. Coordinate with Technical Service teams and project stakeholders throughout commissioning and handover. Ensure project documentation is complete, maintained, and transferred appropriately. Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities. Quality, Compliance & Safety Monitor compliance with applicable technical, electrical, and safety regulations. Ensure installation quality, adherence to company standards, and successful completion of contractual testing requirements, including FAT validation prior to shipment. Coordinate with factory, logistics, and project stakeholders to support compliant testing, shipment, and project delivery activities. Document project progress, observations, deviations, corrective actions, and site reports. Promote safe working practices across all project sites. Performance Indicators Successful execution of assigned BESS projects Adherence to project schedules and key milestones Installation quality and reduction of rework or technical deviations Timely resolution of technical and project-related issues Compliance with safety, quality, and technical standards Stakeholder satisfaction (customers, contractors, and internal teams) Quality and completeness of project documentation and reporting Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Energy Systems, Renewable Energy, or a related field. Typically2-6 years of experience in project execution, site coordination, installation management, commissioning, or technical project delivery within the energy sector. Practical experience supporting BESS, ESS, PV, power infrastructure, substation, or electrical installation projects. Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation. Experience working with contractors, EPC companies, or site-based project environments. Professional working proficiency in English (C1). Additional European languages are an advantage. Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of electrical systems and project execution activities. Strong project coordination and stakeholder management capability. Ability to supervise contractors and drive execution on site. Structured, detail-oriented, and execution-focused mindset. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to work independently in demanding project environments. Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting capability. Ability to manage multiple priorities across different project phases. Travel Requirement Very frequent travel across Europe. Extended periods on customer and project sites expected. About JA JA Solar was founded in 2005 and is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance photovoltaic products. With 14 production sites, more than 20 subsidiaries and over 37,000 employees worldwide, JA Solar is one of the world's largest solar module manufacturers. The company's business includes module, wafer and cell production as well as the construction of solar power plants. JA Solar is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in China and has been included in the Fortune China 500 and Global Top 500 New Energy Enterprises for several consecutive years. JA Solar is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. By submitting your application, you declare that your application data will be saved at JA Solar GmbH, and only for internal purposes in the context of the upcoming application process. If there is no employment, the data will be deleted after six months. The application data are treated confidentially in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Data Protection Act and are not passed on to third parties. 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