Head of Renewables Development

DUCHY OF CORNWALL; Bath; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainable land management organization in the UK is seeking an experienced renewables professional to lead the development of a new clean energy generation line. This role involves managing projects from site identification through to pre-construction and engaging with local communities. Candidates should have at least eight years of experience in renewable energy, strong project management skills, and be able to work collaboratively with various stakeholders. A driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• At least eight years' experience in renewable energy project development across multiple technologies.
• Ability to work with planning authorities and local communities.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from site identification to pre-construction.
• Oversee delivery of smaller-scale projects.
• Manage land lease agreements with third-party developers.

Skills

Renewable energy project development

Effective communication

Project management

Commercial management

Analytical mindset

Job description

Role Summary

We're looking for an experienced renewables professional to build a new line of business in clean energy generation across Duchy of Cornwall land and property. Reporting to the Executive Director for Purpose, you'll play a central role in helping us reach our provisional target of 100MW of installed renewable capacity by 2035, delivering projects that support a fair and affordable net zero transition for our tenants, communities and the country.

You’ll lead projects from site identification and commercial evaluation through design, environmental assessment, community engagement, planning and development to pre-construction. For smaller-scale projects, you’ll oversee delivery through to operation, and you’ll also manage land lease agreements with third-party developers where appropriate. This role offers the chance to drive innovation, champion community benefit and bring forward emerging technologies with real potential to scale.

With at least eight years' experience in renewable energy project development across multiple technologies, you’ll understand the technical, commercial and environmental aspects of complex projects and be confident working with planning authorities, statutory consultees and local communities. You’ll be a capable project and commercial manager, an effective communicator and a collaborative leader with a strong analytical mindset and positive, adaptable approach. A full UK driving licence is required; qualifications such as RTPI, RICS or similar are beneficial but not essential.

About the Duchy of Cornwall

The Duchy of Cornwall is a dynamic future-focused landed estate dedicated to creating positive impact for people, places and the planet. We're passionate about creating transformative change for the communities we serve by building healthy, environmentally sustainable communities and supporting a thriving planet to build a better future together., The Duchy of Cornwall is proud to promote a culture of wellbeing and equity. Through our recruitment process we aim to recruit the very best employees from varied cultural and social backgrounds, with a variety of skills & experiences.