Permitting Project Manager | Projektmanager Genehmigungen (m/w/d)

engineering people GmbH Nürnberg

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Jan 13, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves managing and coordinating complex permitting processes for a major grid expansion project, focusing on substations and line connections. The Permitting Project Manager will be responsible for creating work packages, preparing necessary approval procedures, and ensuring their successful execution. Key daily tasks include organizing and coordinating regulatory approval processes, managing external service providers, and acting as the primary interface between internal departments and external stakeholders. A critical component of the job is negotiating and aligning interests with authorities, municipalities, property owners, and other project participants. Candidates should possess a background in environmental studies, geography, or spatial planning, coupled with experience in infrastructure permitting, strong negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel within Northern Germany. This position is attractive for professionals seeking a challenging role at the intersection of infrastructure development, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder management.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Studies, Geography, Spatial Planning, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience dealing with authorities, municipalities, or private property owners
  • Experience in infrastructure projects (ideally permitting context)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel within Northern Germany; Class B driving license required