Head of Project Development / Abteilungsleiter Projektentwicklung - Onshore Wind - Germany

ZipRecruiter; Nürnberg; Hybrid; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading renewable energy developer seeks a Head of Project Development for their onshore wind portfolio in Germany. This senior leadership role entails overseeing project strategies, managing a development team, and ensuring regulatory compliance. It offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for growth within a stable company.

Leistungen

Flexible working model

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Career growth opportunities

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of project development experience, ideally in onshore wind.
• Deep knowledge of German planning and permitting regulations.
• Strategic mindset with hands-on approach.

Aufgaben

• Lead the full project development cycle from site origination to readiness for building (RtB).
• Oversee and manage project development team and processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and represent the company in key meetings.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Project Development

German Permitting Frameworks Knowledge

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Head of Project Development - Onshore Wind - Germany

Location: Germany (Flexible/Hybrid)

Industry: Renewable Energy – Onshore Wind

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Client: Leading Renewable Energy Developer

We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and fast-growing IPP seeking an experienced Head of Project Development to lead their onshore wind portfolio in Germany.

This is a key leadership role with full responsibility for project strategy, team management, and execution across the country.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full project development cycle (site origination to RtB)
• Oversee and grow a team of project developers, GIS experts and land acquisition managers
• Drive development strategy, timelines, and stakeholder engagement
• Ensure compliance with German planning and permitting regulations (e.g. BImSchG)
• Represent the company in key external meetings

Profile:

• 7+ years of project development experience, ideally in onshore wind
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Deep knowledge of German permitting frameworks for onshore wind
• Fluent in German (C1+) and English
• Strategic and hands-on mindset

Offer:

• Senior leadership role with influence and autonomy
• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Flexible working model
• Career growth within a stable and well-financed company

Apply now by sending your CV to [e-mail] or apply directly via this job advertisement.