Freelance - Construction Manager
Posted: Oct 14, 2025
Job Description
Location: Berlin, GermanyStart Date: ASAP or negotiableDuration: 9 month (freelance contract)Project Type: Utility-scale Solar PV + Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)Rate: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)Engagement Type: FreelanceLanguage: English (B2 German a plus) Key RequirementsExperience as a Construction Manager / Site Manager on utility-scale Solar PVSolid understanding of BESS installation requirements and grid integrationFamiliarity with German construction practices and HSE lawsStrong technical knowledge: civil foundations, MV cabling, inverters, racking, and modulesAble to manage multiple subcontractors and interface with international teamsEU work authorization or ability to work as a registered freelancer in GermanyKey ResponsibilitiesOversee day-to-day site operations for the solar PV and BESS installationAct as the main point of contact between EPC contractor(s), subcontractors, and the client teamEnsure that all construction activities comply with design specifications, schedule, safety regulations, and quality standardsCoordinate with civil, electrical, and mechanical teams to ensure seamless executionManage site HSE enforcement in accordance with German and EU regulationsSupport in solving technical issues and mitigating delays or risksReview and verify progress claims, change orders, and site documentationParticipate in inspections, commissioning, and handover processes
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