BESS Project Manager

Our client is a rapidly growing Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) company focused on delivering utility-scale, commercial & industrial (C&I), and microgrid energy storage solutions across China and international markets. With a strong project pipeline and global expansion strategy, the company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of energy storage projects from contract award through commissioning and customer handover.

Position Overview

The Project Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end execution and delivery of energy storage projects, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual requirements.

This role requires a highly organised professional with proven experience managing both domestic China and international energy projects. The successful candidate will coordinate cross-functional internal teams and external stakeholders, including customers, EPC contractors, suppliers, logistics partners, and regulatory authorities, to ensure seamless project execution throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Execution

• Lead full lifecycle project management from contract award through engineering, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, installation, commissioning, grid connection, customer acceptance, and warranty handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, project budgets, risk registers, and milestone tracking systems.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality, safety, and performance standards.
• Coordinate internal functions including Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, Commercial, and Field Services.

Domestic & International Project Management

• Manage both China-based and overseas BESS project deliveries across multiple regions.
• Work closely with global customers, international EPC contractors, local partners, and overseas stakeholders to ensure successful execution of cross-border projects.
• Coordinate international logistics, customs clearance, import/export compliance, and equipment delivery activities.
• Support local project localisation requirements and ensure alignment with country-specific regulations and customer requirements.

Budget, Cost & Risk Management

• Monitor project costs and budgets, identifying and addressing deviations proactively.
• Manage change orders, contract variations, claims, and project documentation.
• Identify and mitigate project risks related to engineering, logistics, construction, safety, compliance, commercial exposure, and project performance.
• Drive corrective actions and recovery plans when project risks or delays arise.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers throughout project execution.
• Lead regular project review meetings and provide updates on schedule, budget, risks, and overall project status.
• Manage relationships with customers, EPC contractors, utilities, consultants, government agencies, and third-party service providers.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through proactive communication and issue resolution.

Continuous Improvement

• Document lessons learned and support project management process improvements.
• Contribute to the development of project management standards, templates, and best practices.
• Support the growth and mentoring of junior project management personnel as the organisation scales.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Renewable Energy, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related discipline.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience within BESS, renewable energy, power generation, transmission & distribution, or related infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record delivering utility-scale, C&I, or microgrid energy storage projects from initiation through final commissioning.
• Must have experience managing overseas energy projects.
• Demonstrated success delivering international projects involving overseas customers, global stakeholders, international logistics, customs clearance, and cross-border project coordination.
• Strong understanding of EPC project execution, project controls, construction management, and grid connection processes.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders across technical, commercial, operational, and executive levels.
• Strong risk management, cost control, and contract administration capabilities.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent.

Language Skills

• Fluent Mandarin Chinese is required.
• Professional English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively in an international business environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, IPMA, or equivalent project management certification.
• Previous experience within the energy storage, battery, renewable energy, or power infrastructure sectors.
• Experience supporting large-scale international project delivery across APAC, Europe, the Middle East, or North America.
• Familiarity with BESS system architecture including PCS, EMS, BMS, SCADA, and balance of system components.