Projekt Entwickler

Sunvest; Hannover; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus scheme

Home office options

Company car or mobility budget

Home office equipment

Job summary

Sunvest is seeking an experienced PV Project Developer for the Greater Hannover area to develop solar projects in Niedersachsen and beyond. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and work with stakeholders to bring projects to ready-to-build status.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, with at least three years of experience in the renewable energy sector. Strong communication skills in both German and English, along with proven project development expertise, are essential for this role.

Sunvest offers a full-time position with flexible working hours, a performance-based bonus, and options for home office arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant experience in the renewable energy sector.
• Proven experience in contracting and stakeholder management.
• Experience with grid capacity and connections.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the development of solar projects.
• Liaise with stakeholders such as local authorities and landowners.
• Negotiate contracts with landowners.
• Monitor developments in the renewable energy market.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project development

Communication skills

German language proficiency

English language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in renewable energy or related field

Job description

Sunvest is an experienced developer with a strong focus on nature friendly agri-solar. We are active in Germany, France and the Netherlands and develop, build and operate solar projects that thoughtfully combine renewable energy generation with biodiversity, agriculture, and local communities. We are looking for people who share our values and can see beyond the technical aspects of a project. Sustainability, initiative, and long‑term impact are at the heart of everything we do.

Your Role

For the German market we are looking for an experienced PV Project Developer based in the Greater area of Hannover or Berlin, with strong stakeholder management skills. Working alongside an existing Project Developer and supported by a multidisciplinary team (Technical Engineer, Legal Advisor, Marketing Communications Advisor and Financial Advisor), you will work on developing solar projects in Niedersachsen, Mecklenburg‑Vorpommern and Sachsen‑Anhalt and bring them to ready‑to‑build. Sunvest GmbH has an office in Hannover, where you are expected to work at least two days a week together with the Project Developer. Our German development team is expected to grow in the coming years.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the development of solar parks, Agri‑PV and nature friendly ground‑mounted PV projects
• Liaise with local authorities, grid operators, nature and water management organizations, landowners, neighbouring residents, farmers and other stakeholders
• Present project concepts and planning proposals to stakeholders and integrate feedback into project development
• Coordinate grid connections and cable route planning, including organising grid capacity
• Negotiate preliminary agreements and finalise contracts with landowners
• Work with the team on power sales strategies including cPPAs and EEG applications
• Monitor developments in the renewable energy market and incorporate relevant insights into the development of our projects

You will report to and work together with the development Director of Sunvest GmbH and will be an integral part of our development team. As Sunvest operates across Germany, the Netherlands and France, willingness to travel and spend time abroad is required.

Required education and attributes

The ideal candidate brings solid expertise within the renewable energy sector and a genuine passion for sustainable energy. You are personally driven to make a positive impact, take initiative and assume responsibility for our projects.

We ask:

• At least three years of relevant experience in the renewable energy sector
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant subject (e.g. renewable energy, engineering, environmental sciences, spatial planning, or similar)

In addition, you should demonstrate:

• Excellent social and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Native‑level German and fluent English
• Proven experience in project development, stakeholder management and contracting
• Experience with organising grid capacity and grid connections
• A thorough, structured working style combined with strong organisational skills and social intelligence

What we offer

Sunvest fosters a positive, open, ambitious and pragmatic corporate culture in which everyone feels at home and can fully utilise their strengths. Entrepreneurship, personal development and growth are actively encouraged.

We offer, among other things:

• Full‑time position (32–40 hours per week) with flexible working hours
• A performance‑based bonus scheme
• Home office options, with a minimum two days per week in Hannover office
• Home office equipment (laptop, printer, phone)
• A company car or mobility budget

Contract package

We offer a 12‑month fixed‑term contract with the intention to transition to a permanent position based on mutual satisfaction and performance.