Chief Delivery Officer – Propel growth in the European C&I Solar market!
At Solnet Group, we believe in a carbon-neutral world, where we enlighten the energy revolution. We carry a torch in our hand, leading the way for businesses to transition to a more sustainable future—profitably. Since 2014, we’ve been developing smart solar projects for businesses in Finland, Germany, and the Netherlands—expanding across Europe. At our core, we are driven to help companies cut their carbon footprint and optimize energy costs with cutting-edge onsite solar solutions.
At the heart of Solnet is our people-driven culture. We believe that our strength comes from our team, and we stick to our values every day:
Caring – We look out for each other and our customers.
Inspired – We believe in the power of innovation and sustainable change.
Flexible – We adapt and thrive in an evolving industry.
Courage – We take on challenges with confidence and determination.
About the Role
As Chief Delivery Office, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end execution of our onsite solar energy projects for the C&I sector across Europe. As a key member of the Solnet management team, you will lead a high-performing project delivery organization, ensuring that installations and maintenance services are executed on time, within budget, and at the highest quality standards.
This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep operational expertise, someone who thrives in complex project environments and has a proven track record in managing large-scale solar or infrastructure projects. You can be based in Amsterdam, Frankfurt or Helsinki.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership: Define and implement the delivery strategy to ensure alignment with the company’s growth objectives and sustainability goals.
Project Execution: Oversee the planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases of all solar energy projects.
Maintenance Operations: Develop and lead life-cycle services, including a maintenance portfolio to support our installed projects.
Team Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing delivery team, including project managers, engineers, procurement specialists, and site supervisors.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, corporate clients, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless project execution and satisfaction.
Risk & Compliance: Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, health and safety standards, and industry best practices.
Quality Assurance: Implement rigorous quality control processes to maintain high standards in design, construction, and operation.
Budget Oversight: Manage project budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and resource optimization.
Innovation & Technology: Stay updated on the latest solar energy technologies and incorporate them into projects to maximize performance and customer return of investment.
What We’re Looking For
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Project Management, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
Experience:
- Several years of experience leading project delivery organizations (experience in C&I PV solar business is a strong advantage).
- Proven leadership in managing large-scale, multidisciplinary teams.
- Track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Technical Skills:
Deep understanding of project management, subcontractor management, and engineering processes.
Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Problem-solving mindset and the ability to make quick, strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Language skills: Fluent English; German, Finnish or Dutch are considered a plus.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives
- Opportunities for career growth in a fast-growing industry.
- A dynamic, international environment – Be part of a collaborative and inclusive team, where our caring, inspired, flexible, and courage values guide us in everything we do.
- Be at the forefront of a booming industry – Work in one of the fastest-growing companies in the renewable energy sector, directly contributing to the energy revolution.
- Lead and build a high-performing team – Take charge of a multidisciplinary team and establish best-in-class delivery operations.
- Work with global corporate clients – Deliver solar solutions for some of the largest businesses in the world.
If you are passionate about customer centricity, efficient work and working with responsible energy, don't hesitate to apply!