Project Manager, Acquisition & Development for Renewable Energy

E.ON

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: München • Germany

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About the role

  • You are responsible for renewable energy projects with a focus on solar (PV) and wind throughout all phases (commercial, legal and environmental).
  • You secure suitable project sites in Germany through targeted acquisition by understanding and anticipating the perspective of landowners.
  • You use your professional presence and negotiation skills to persuade landowners, municipalities, service providers and investors.
  • You lead project teams technically and manage external partners to implement projects quickly and smoothly.
  • Together with the team, you build a sustainable project pipeline through to successful implementation by acting entrepreneurially.

Requirements

  • Completed degree in a planning or energy-related discipline (e.g., Architecture, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Renewable Energy) or equivalent qualification.
  • Several years of experience in project acquisition and development in the renewable energy sector, and solid expertise in construction law, energy economics and/or contract law.
  • High level of initiative, decisiveness and an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Structured, results-oriented and efficient working style.
  • Confident demeanor, persuasive ability in contract negotiations and strong communication skills when dealing with decision-makers to build trusting relationships.
  • Very good German language skills (C1) and willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 20–50% depending on role focus).
Benefits
  • High flexibility: Shape work around your life with our hybrid working model, flexible hours or job-sharing.
  • More freedom: Recharge with 30 days of vacation plus additional days off and find your balance—whether a 4.5-day week, sabbatical, more free time or higher pay.
  • Workation included: Make Europe your office and work up to 20 days per year from inspiring locations within the EU.
  • Corporate benefits: Shape your future with our employee perks, including company pension plans, an employee share program, various insurance packages and more.
  • Innovative culture: Unleash your creativity and contribute ideas in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with flat hierarchies.
  • Family support: Balance family life—from paid family-start leave to childcare and holiday programs through to daily assistance for dependents.
  • Modern workplace: Experience multifunctional workspaces that combine state-of-the-art digital technology with ergonomic comfort for productivity and collaboration.
  • Strong team spirit: Celebrate shared successes and connect with colleagues at company and team events.
  • Personal growth: Unlock your potential through continuous learning, diverse development opportunities and individual training or mentoring.
  • Holistic health: Stay healthy with our sports, fitness, wellness, nutrition, meditation, physiotherapy and prevention programs.
  • Individual mobility: Travel flexibly with options such as car and bicycle leasing or a discounted Germany-wide public transport ticket.
  • Culinary offering: Enjoy fresh, balanced meals, snacks and drinks at many locations in our subsidized company canteen.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
project acquisitionproject developmentconstruction lawenergy economicscontract lawrenewable energysolar (PV)wind energyproject managementnegotiation
Soft Skills
initiativedecisivenessentrepreneurial mindsetstructured working styleresults-orientedpersuasive abilitystrong communication skillsrelationship buildingteam leadershipproblem-solving
Certifications
degree in planning or energy-related discipline