Project Acquisition and Development Manager - Biomethane Projects (M/F)

KEON; Hamburg; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Key role in growth strategy

Innovative work environment

End-to-end project responsibilities

Zusammenfassung

A renewable energy company is seeking a Project Acquisition and Development Manager for Biomethane Projects. This role involves contributing to commercial strategies in Germany, identifying project opportunities, and leading the negotiation processes. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in renewable energy, strong knowledge of the agricultural sector, and excellent project management skills. Fluency in German and English is required, with travel expected across Germany. Remote work is possible, with offices located in Holzwickede.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in renewable energy project development, ideally in biomethane or biogas.
• Strong knowledge of the German agricultural sector.
• Solid project management experience in multicultural environments.
• Sound legal and financial skills.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to commercial strategy and maintain an active network.
• Identify opportunities for biogas/biomethane projects.
• Negotiate investment offers and manage the acquisition process.
• Oversee project management ensuring compliance and performance.

Kenntnisse

Renewable energy project development

Knowledge of the German agricultural sector

Project management

Fluent in German and English

Jobbeschreibung

Project Acquisition and Development Manager – Biomethane Projects (M/F)

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Prospecting & Market Development

• Contribute to Keon's commercial strategy in Germany (targets, channels, messaging).
• Build and maintain an active network with developers, operators, agricultural advisors, banks, local authorities, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor German regulations and market trends: EEG, THG, RED III and regional incentive schemes.
• Stay connected with industry associations, professional federations, and political institutions.
• Identify and qualify opportunities for greenfield and brownfield biogas/biomethane projects in which Keon could invest (cogeneration, biomethane projects already in operation, greenfield assets, portfolios).
• Conduct initial contacts and site visits together with our partner Arcanum.
• Build strong, long‑term relationships with project developers (farmers, industries, local authorities).
• Develop Keon's brand awareness in Germany: attend trade fairs and events, represent Keon locally and ensure a visible, responsive presence.

Structuring & Negotiating Deals

• Prepare and support the signing of investment offers at various stages (non‑binding offers, binding offers).
• Analyze data rooms provided by potential partners and support field audits, in coordination with Keon, Green M&A and Arcanum teams.
• Follow up with prospects during negotiation phases and adjust offers to market requirements.
• Take part in negotiating legal documentation linked to Keon's equity entry into projects (SPA, shareholders’ agreements, etc.).
• Lead the acquisition process up to closing, in close coordination with the legal and financial teams.

Project Development & Securing

• Manage permitting phases Latino? BPA research, feedstock securing and local contracting for biomethane projects.
• Coordinate technical, environmental and regulatory studies (permits, grid connection, subsidies) with German engineering firms and external partners.
• Build financing dossiers and support project financing negotiations.
• Oversee project management up to operational start‑up, ensuring cost, timeline and performance control.
• Guarantee regulatory and technical compliance of projects.
• Organize and ensure an effective handover of projects to the operations team in charge of site management.

Profile

• Proven experience in renewable energy project development, ideally in biomethane or biogas.
• Strong knowledge of the German agricultural sector, comfortable working with agricultural partners.
• Entrepreneurial, autonomous and results‑driven mindset.
• Solid project management experience in multicultural environments.
• Good understanding of clans? administrative and regulatory procedures in Germany.
• Sound legal and financial skills (business plans, audits, NBO/BO).
• Willingness to travel frequently in Germany (weekly) and in France (monthly team meetings).
• Languages: German and English fluent; French is a plus.
• Remote working possible (ideally based near major agricultural regions). Offices are located in Holzwickede (Arcanum).
• Preferred location: Hanover – Lower Saxony / Saxony‑Anhalt region.

What We Offer

• A key role in a high‑value, ambitious growth strategy.
• End‑to‑end responsibilities, from acquisition to commissioning.
• An international, innovative environment, right at the heart of the energy transition.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology