Project Manager – Battery Storage Projects

Artemys is a Belgian company offering recruitment services to major technical players within the world of energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable development, and the circular economy.

For our client, a local and independent developer of grid-scale and industrial battery energy storage (BESS) projects, fully committed to the energy transition, we are looking for a Project Manager – Battery Storage Projects, who will be tasked with successfully managing the construction of battery energy storage projects through to completion.

Location: Antwerp region (flexible home working option)

Job description

Our client is a local and independent developer of grid-scale battery energy storage (BESS) projects, actively engaged in developing, constructing, and operating large-scale BESS projects, and strongly committed to supporting the transition to a sustainable energy future.

To continue its ambitious expansion, they are looking for a highly motivated Project Manager – Battery Storage Projects to join their enthusiastic and dynamic team, passionate about energy storage and dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment.

As a Project Manager – Battery Storage Projects, you will work in a lean and agile environment, and your key role will be to successfully manage the construction of battery energy storage projects, including monitoring project planning, managing the predefined budgets and contracts with all suppliers, and stakeholder management with all parties involved. As a Project Manager, you will form a close-knit team with the electrical engineer and take ownership to ensure the projects are completed successfully and to a high standard.

Your key responsibilities:

• Conduct daily site visits to oversee all aspects of battery-related construction activities in close collaboration with the electrical engineer, ensuring full compliance with project specifications and requirements
• Coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to achieve project milestones
• Collaborate with local authorities to obtain all required construction permits within the necessary timelines
• Collaborate with ELIA (Transmission Network Operator) to secure a timely grid connection
• Ensure strict compliance with industry standards, grid requirements, and safety regulations
• Monitor the project planning
• Manage the predefined budgets and contracts with all suppliers, including thorough budget monitoring and control
• Manage the interfaces between the BOP contractor, BESS supplier, and all other parties involved in the project
• Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard the quality and progress of the project
• Prepare and present comprehensive progress reports to the Management Team, ensuring clarity and actionable insights
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and battery storage advancements

Your profile

• A relevant degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Project Management, or similar
• You understand, speak, and communicate fluently about technical matters and feel confident in taking the lead in this area
• Relevant experience in technical project management or construction management in the renewable energy sector for at least 3 years
• Proven track record of successfully managing large projects (onshore, wind, or renewable power generation projects) is highly desirable
• Analytical mindset with an eye for details
• Solution-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Strong collaborative communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with suppliers, team members, and stakeholders
• Knowledge of battery energy storage systems and related technologies is a plus but not a must; eagerness and the ability to learn quickly are even more important
• You can work with AutoCAD, MS Project, Visio, and MS Office
• You have a startup/scale-up mindset and are eager to dive into both new and familiar challenges
• You are fluent in Dutch or French, and English
• You live in Belgium

Our offer

• A full-time employment contract, working as an independent with a focus on long-term collaboration can also be discussed
• A key position in a dynamic and innovative start-up/scale-up company with strong growth ambitions in a rapidly growing market
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on highly challenging projects
• Collaborative and hybrid work environment with short communication lines
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• An attractive remuneration and benefits package (fixed salary, company car, bonus plan…)