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

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Zusammenfassung

A leading renewable energy developer is seeking a Head of Project Development to lead their onshore wind portfolio in Germany. This senior role involves managing projects, team leadership, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, all within a flexible working environment.

Leistungen

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Flexible working model

Career growth within a stable company

Qualifikationen

• 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.

Aufgaben

• 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.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Project Development

Knowledge of Permitting Frameworks

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.