Head of Department / Program Manager Major Projects DC Grid Expansion | Abteilungsleiterin / Programmleiterin Großprojekte DC Netzausbau (m/w/d)
50Hertz Transmission GmbH AD Berlin
Job Summary
This leadership role is responsible for the end-to-end management of major DC grid expansion programs crucial for Germany's energy transition. The Program Manager will oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring strategic alignment, and achieving critical timeline, quality, and budget objectives under complex conditions. This position offers high visibility and impact on the German energy system, significant strategic responsibility, and the opportunity to lead one of the most important infrastructure initiatives in the energy sector. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, strategic thinking, and extensive experience in managing large-scale infrastructure or energy projects, with a proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and drive organizational development.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or a comparable field.
Experience
- Several years of experience in leading complex major programs or large projects, ideally in the infrastructure, energy, or grid project environment.
- Proven end-to-end responsibility across multiple project phases.
- Experience in building and managing large project and program organizations.
- Professional experience in the energy industry and regulatory frameworks.
- Leadership experience in demanding, political, and dynamic environments.
Languages
Additional
- Project or program management certification (e.g., IPMA, PMI) is an advantage. Willingness to relocate to Germany is implied by the role's focus on the German energy transition.
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