Successful renewable energy projects start long before construction begins. Behind every solar power plant, battery storage facility and energy infrastructure project stands a well-coordinated engineering process that brings together technical expertise, planning and collaboration across multiple disciplines.

At SUNOTEC, we deliver integrated renewable energy infrastructure across Europe, with more than 680 projects completed and over 15 GW of installed capacity. As our engineering portfolio continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced Design Project Manager to join our team in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Why this role matters:

Turning complex engineering requirements into construction-ready designs requires more than technical expertise. It takes effective project management, clear communication and the ability to bring different engineering disciplines together around shared objectives.

As a Design Project Manager at SUNOTEC, you'll take ownership of the planning, coordination and delivery of engineering design projects, ensuring that technical requirements, quality standards, timelines and resources remain aligned.

Working closely with our electrical, structural, civil and geodetic engineering teams, as well as external design partners and clients, you'll play a key role in delivering the technical foundations of large-scale renewable energy infrastructure projects.

Where you'll make an impact:

• Lead the delivery of engineering design projects, defining project scope, objectives, timelines and required resources to ensure successful execution;
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams, bringing together electrical, structural, civil and geodetic design specialists to ensure alignment across all project stage;
• Oversee design quality and technical compliance, reviewing project deliverables and ensuring that engineering solutions meet technical specifications, applicable standards and client requirements;
• Manage external design partners and subcontractors, coordinating their activities, monitoring deliverables and ensuring consistency with project expectations;
• Drive effective project planning and execution, tracking progress, identifying potential risks and resolving technical or organisational challenges before they affect delivery;
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, participating in technical discussions, project meetings and site visits to ensure requirements are clearly understood and addressed;
• Support project budget planning and monitoring, ensuring resources are used effectively and project activities remain aligned with agreed financial parameters;
• Contribute to continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to improve design coordination, project management processes and collaboration between engineering disciplines.

What will help you succeed:

• You hold a university degree in Engineering (Electrical, Structural or another relevant engineering discipline), providing the technical foundation to understand and coordinate complex engineering projects;
• You bring at least 3 years of proven project management experience, ideally involving engineering, infrastructure, construction or other technically complex projects;
• Previous experience in the solar/PV and battery energy storage (BESS) sectors will be considered a strong advantage;
• Hands-on experience in engineering design will be a significant advantage, helping you understand technical challenges and work effectively with design specialists;
• You have a solid understanding of project planning, resource coordination, progress monitoring and quality management;
• You're comfortable working with technical documentation and coordinating deliverables across different engineering disciplines;
• You can manage multiple priorities, anticipate potential challenges and keep projects moving towards agreed milestones;
• You communicate effectively with engineers, clients and external partners, bringing clarity to technical discussions and project decisions;
• You have a good professional command of English, both written and spoken, enabling you to collaborate confidently with international teams and stakeholders;
• You're proficient in MS Office; familiarity with engineering design tools such as AutoCAD or PVsyst will be an advantage.

Why you'll enjoy working here:

You'll be part of an engineering organization working on large-scale renewable energy projects across Europe, where technical decisions and effective project coordination directly influence the quality and success of the infrastructure we deliver.

You'll collaborate with experienced engineers and project professionals across multiple disciplines, gaining exposure to complex technical challenges and different stages of project development.

You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your projects, contribute to improving engineering processes and expand your expertise as SUNOTEC's international project portfolio continues to grow.

In addition, you'll benefit from:

• A remuneration package reflecting your experience and the responsibilities of the role, including a performance-based annual bonus;
• Full-time employment contract;
• Additional health insurance, including dental care;
• Multisport card;
• 24 days of paid annual leave;
• Home office policy;
• Access to learning opportunities, professional training and relevant certifications;
• Modern office facilities, team activities and wellbeing initiatives.

If you're an experienced Project Manager with an engineering background and want to contribute to the delivery of large-scale renewable energy infrastructure, we'd like to hear from you.

Send us your CV in English and become part of the team building Europe's energy future.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Your documents and personal data will be treated as confidential and protected in accordance with Bulgarian Data Protection Legislation and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).