ib vogt GmbH · 1 day ago
Senior Manager / Deputy – Civil Solar Planning & Engineering
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expib vogt GmbH is a leading national developer of utility-scale solar + storage power plants, seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager, Planning & Engineering. The role involves overseeing engineering strategy, design optimization, and permitting pathways for large-scale renewable projects while ensuring alignment with corporate and project development goals.
EnergyManufacturingPower GridSolar
Responsibilities
Serve as Deputy to the Executive Director of Planning & Engineering, providing leadership continuity, operational support and decision-making authority in their absence
Assist the Executive Director of the P&E Division in leading technical and strategic activities, ensuring alignment of engineering strategy with corporate and project development goals
Serve as a liaison between Planning & Engineering, Project Development, and Corporate Finance to integrate site design, permitting, and interconnection requirements into project business cases
Establish and maintain engineering standards, risk assessment frameworks, and quality control protocols across all projects
Oversee early-stage site evaluations, constraints analyses, and conceptual layouts to inform project viability and site control decisions
Direct permitting strategy and coordination with local, state, and federal agencies (USACE, SHPO, USFWS, and AHJs)
Manage consultant teams developing civil, electrical, and environmental studies; ensure deliverables meet ibV and regulatory standards
Advise Project Development and Corporate Finance on cost, constructability, and technical risk factors affecting project economics
Track engineering budgets, schedules, and progress across multiple concurrent projects; identify and mitigate risks to scope and timeline
Oversee technical reviews and provide recommendations for executive decision-making and investment committees
Oversee the development of internal reporting dashboards and process documentation to enhance visibility and accountability
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and planners to build organizational capability and technical excellence
Foster a collaborative, solutions-driven team culture grounded in innovation, quality, and accountability
Support workforce planning, recruitment, and training initiatives within the Planning & Engineering Division
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Electrical, or related Engineering field
8+ years of experience in renewable energy, site development, or related engineering management roles
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and external consultants in fast-paced, multi-project environments
Strong understanding of permitting processes and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Advanced proficiency with GIS, CAD, and project management software
Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills with an ability to synthesize complex technical data into actionable insights
Preferred
P.E. license or PMP certification
Familiarity with PVSyst and other performance tools
Benefits
Flexible health
401k
PTO
Flex work
Training
Fun corporate retreats
Company
ib vogt GmbH
ib vogt is firmly committed to supporting the decarbonisation of the global electricity sector.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$731.34MKey Investors
Santander CIBEIG Global Energy Partners(EIG)
2023-07-26Debt Financing· $387.73M
2021-12-22Debt Financing· $135.93M
2021-10-19Acquired
Recent News
2025-12-18
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