Max B.-Project Manager, Plant Certification and Declarations of Conformity for 1–8 MWp Rooftop PV Projects
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Project Manager, Plant Certification and Declarations of Conformity for 1–8 MWp Rooftop PV Projects
Solcom GmbH
- Technical management of parallel rooftop PV projects (Type A/B) from project planning through construction to completed plant certification
- Analysis of project requirements based on on-site inspections, planning reviews and evaluation of tender and project documents, and preparation of the findings for the internal planning department
- Derivation of work packages and milestones for each project, including structured filing in the client’s project documentation (SharePoint)
- Coordination of the planning phase between planning, procurement and executing trades
- Preparation of specifications and bills of materials as the basis for preparing quotations, and monitoring the timely submission of offers
- Coordination and monitoring of the construction phase, including schedule tracking and ensuring implementation in line with the plans
- Preparation and continuous updating of project schedules and project budgets across all projects
- Tracking of milestones, work packages and project progress, as well as early documentation and escalation of schedule and budget deviations to the overall project management
- Preparation of technical analyses of existing and planning data for each plant as the basis for the entire certification process
- Review, verification and compilation of all certification-relevant evidence: technical data sheets, manufacturer approvals, component documentation, test reports, type certificates and simulation results
- Assessment of the completeness and compliance of manufacturer documentation with applicable standards, identification of missing evidence, and requesting and tracking missing documents from manufacturers and installers
- Preparation and technical review of declarations of conformity for the grid connection of the plants
- Preparation of complete plant certification documentation for Type A/B in accordance with the applicable VDE application rules, the grid operators’ technical connection requirements (TAB) and the requirements of the certification bodies
- Review and documentation of protection concepts, as well as definition of the certification scope for each plant in technical coordination with the grid operators
- Submission of documents to grid operators and accredited certification bodies, follow-up on queries through final approval, and deadline management across parallel procedures
- Management of interfaces between the client, manufacturers, installers, grid operators and certification bodies, as well as complete project documentation with status overviews, communication logs and approval documents
Head of Technology & Engineering
UV Energy Deutschland GmbH
- Responsible electrical professional (VEFK) for the company; overall technical responsibility for all electrical installations, planning stages and compliant execution
- Electrical engineering design of PV carport systems
- Planning and execution of grid connections
- Development and standardization of the company’s own switch cabinet series (current transformer cabinets from 150 A to 400 A) together with switch cabinet manufacturers—from specification and assembly drawings to circuit diagram approval and series procurement
- Technical design of charging infrastructure for cars and trucks, including operating concepts, distribution and switching technology, and coordination with charging point and backend partners
- Technical project management and site inspections for customer projects in the municipal and industrial sectors, including port and cruise terminal infrastructure, municipal utility and property developer projects
- Preparation of technical contributions for public tenders and procurement procedures: grid connection statements, technical drawings, cost-effectiveness analyses and presentation of concepts to municipal clients
- Selection and management of suppliers and subcontractors, including offer evaluation, price and terms negotiations, and quality and schedule monitoring
- Development and maintenance of strategic technology partnerships in charging infrastructure; initial contact with and technical support for major customers from the rail, port and energy sectors
- Representation of the company at trade fairs (E-world, Intersolar Europe), including technical advice for prospective customers and assessment of international market inquiries
- Design and implementation of internal digitalization: development of server and subdomain architecture, and development of AI-supported agent and automation solutions (including Notion and Zapier) to scale project execution and quotation preparation
- Technical support on regulatory and funding-related topics: requirements for EU-based service providers (A1 certificates, construction withholding tax, reverse charge) and technical documentation for funding applications
AC Planning for a 5–30 MWp Utility-Scale Photovoltaic Plant
Solcom GmbH
- Preparation of the complete AC planning for a photovoltaic project in the 5–30 MWp range through handover readiness to the overall project management
- Analysis of current project requirements and technical conditions as the basis for the entire planning process
- Technical and organizational development of all planning aspects relevant to implementation to ensure construction feasibility
- Design of the AC-side system concept with consistent consideration of the VDE application rules VDE-AR-N 4110 and 4120 for medium- and high-voltage grid connections
- Preparation of cable routing plans, including route planning, cable cross-section sizing and definition of installation methods
- Review of planning stages for compliance with standards and consistency with the grid operator’s requirements
- Preparation of the complete technical documentation for the AC planning as a handover package for further project implementation
- Technical coordination with the client’s overall project management on planning decisions and technical issues
- Structured handover of the final AC planning and documentation to the project management as the defined project completion
Deputy Managing Director
EnergyCare GmbH
- Staff management and workforce planning for 20 employees in the new construction, service and technical departments
- Project management of commercial and industrial photovoltaic systems, from planning and construction supervision through commissioning
- Negotiations with B2B and B2C customers, including pricing, contracts and project coordination
- Certification and conformity assessment of PV projects according to current VDE standards (e.g. VDE-AR-N 4105/4110), including coordination with certification bodies and grid operators
- Restructuring and realignment of the new construction, service and technical departments to increase efficiency
- Introduction of digital systems (e.g. Notion, GreenGate, Clockin, Bornemann) to replace analog processes and automate workflows
- Cost optimization through targeted supplier negotiations and post-calculation systems
- Development of digital documentation and evidence systems for project execution, monitoring and maintenance
- Technical quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory and legal requirements
- Planning and implementation of battery storage systems combined with PV, up to 500 kWh
- Responsible electrical professional (VEFK) for the company; overall technical responsibility for all electrical installations, planning stages and compliant execution
Project Developer and Solar Technician
solarpower GmbH & Co. KG
- Operation and analysis of PV systems up to 10 MWp, including fault diagnosis, yield assessment and optimization measures
- Project development and support through all phases: planning, construction, commissioning and ongoing operation
- Certification and conformity assessment of ground-mounted and rooftop PV systems up to 10 MWp in accordance with VDE-AR-N 4110 and EEG requirements
- Planning of battery storage systems combined with PV and wind power up to 2 MWh
- Coordination and management of service providers, subcontractors and expert consultants
- Regular reporting to management with technical and financial analyses
- Daily monitoring of system performance to identify faults at an early stage
- Service and maintenance work on inverters, communication systems and transformer substations
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Experienced in Energy, Construction, and Utilities.
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Experienced in Operations, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence, Procurement, and Information Technology.
Summary
I manage photovoltaic projects from planning through construction to plant certification, covering rooftop and ground-mounted installations from small commercial systems up to 30 MWp. My work spans AC planning per VDE-AR-N 4110/4120, technical documentation, and coordinating with grid operators and certification bodies to get projects fully approved.
As a responsible electrical professional, I carry technical responsibility for electrical installations, and I've led teams of up to 20 people across construction, service and technical departments, including staff planning and B2B/B2C contract negotiations. I've also designed battery storage systems paired with PV up to 500 kWh, and worked on charging infrastructure concepts for municipal and industrial clients.
Beyond project delivery, I bring experience introducing digital tools like Notion and Zapier to streamline documentation and workflows, and I've represented companies at trade fairs like Intersolar Europe and E-world.
Skills
Systems Thinking: Structuring Complex Projects Into Phases, Layers And Clear Responsibilities Instead Of Isolated Measures
It Infrastructure: Solid Basic Understanding Of Server And Domain Architectures, Certificate Management, Environment Separation And Deployment Logic
Applied Ai: Practical Use Of Ai Systems, Including Agent And Tool Integration, To Support Real Work Processes
Process Automation: Consistently Designing Workflows For Repeatability And Scalability
Requirements Communication: Precise Formulation And Definition Of Technical Requirements As The Basis For Planning And Implementation
Electrical Engineering And Software Interface Skills: Translating Electrical System Requirements Into Digital System And Process Architectures
Multi-Project Management: Managing Several Parallel Projects With Individual Schedules, Budgets And Milestone Plans, Including Escalation Management
Business Development With A Technical Background: Trade Fair Appearances, Initial Contact With Major Customers From The Rail, Port And Energy Sectors, And Development Of Technology Partnerships
Leadership Experience: Supervising Installers And Subcontractors
Pv*Sol (Including 3d Planning): Very Good
Autocad: Basic Knowledge
Fusion 360: Basic Knowledge
Ms Office: Advanced
Excel & Vba: Very Good
Python, Html & Javascript: Basic Knowledge
Notion: Very Good
Vpn & Network Technology: Good
Languages
Education
TA Bildungszentrum Hameln
Industrial Master Craftsman in Electrical Engineering, IHK · Electrical Engineering · Hamelin, Germany
BS1 Nürnberg
Training as an Electrical Systems Installer, IHK · Electrical Systems Installation · Nuremberg, Germany
Veit Stoß Evening Secondary School
Intermediate School Certificate · General Studies · Nuremberg, Germany · 2.1
Certifications & licenses
Technical Rules for Electrical Installation (TREI)
Nuremberg/Fürth Guild for Electrical and Information Technology
TA Bildungszentrum Hameln
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Max is based in Albstadt, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Max speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Max has at least 8 years of experience. During this time, Max has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 6 months. Note that Max may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Max would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager, Plant Certification and Declarations of Conformity for 1–8 MWp Rooftop PV Projects, Head of Technology & Engineering, AC Planning for a 5–30 MWp Utility-Scale Photovoltaic Plant.
Max's most recent position is Project Manager, Plant Certification and Declarations of Conformity for 1–8 MWp Rooftop PV Projects at Solcom GmbH.
In recent years, Max has worked for Solcom GmbH, UV Energy Deutschland GmbH, EnergyCare GmbH, and solarpower GmbH & Co. KG.
Max is most experienced in industries like Energy, Construction, and Utilities.
Max is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Quality Assurance. Max also has some experience in Business Intelligence, Procurement, and Information Technology.
Max has recently worked in industries like Energy, Construction, and Utilities.
Max has recently worked in business areas like Operations, Project Management, and Quality Assurance.
Max holds a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering from TA Bildungszentrum Hameln.
Max has 2 certificates. These include: Technical Rules for Electrical Installation (TREI), Trainer Qualification, IHK and in accordance with AEVO (ADA Certificate).
Max is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.
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