Land Development Project Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based green energy company seeks a Project Development Specialist for their dynamic team focused on developing decarbonisation projects. Based in London or Edinburgh with hybrid working options, you'll manage land development and ensure compliance with environmental regulations to promote renewable energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in project development for infrastructure or renewable energy.
• Strong experience in land acquisition and environmental/safety permitting.
• Background in Planning or Environmental Sciences is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Oversee land development activities including site identification and stakeholder negotiations.
• Lead the planning application process and obtain regulatory consents.
• Manage environmental and safety permitting.

Skills

Land acquisition

Planning permissions

Environmental/safety permitting

Stakeholder management

Risk management

GIS Mapping

Microsoft Office

Education

BSc/MSc in Planning, Environmental Science, Surveying, or Engineering

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Client:

Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

London or Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) - Permanent

Alexander Associates has been exclusively mandated by a pioneering UK-based green energy company to identify and recruit a Project Development Specialist. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and mission-driven team leading the development of cutting-edge decarbonisation projects across the UK, with a core focus on green hydrogen infrastructure.

You will play a critical role in land development, planning, environmental and safety permitting, and stakeholder management for large-scale renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee land development activities including site identification, acquisition (lease/purchase), surveys, and stakeholder negotiations.
• Lead the planning application process and ensure all regulatory planning consents are obtained.
• Manage environmental and safety permitting (e.g., Hazardous Substance Consent, COMAH).
• Interface with regulatory bodies, consultants, and local stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Identify risks to project delivery and develop mitigation strategies alongside Project Managers.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Technical, Asset Management) to align development with engineering and operational requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation including permits, contracts, and status reports.

About You

• Minimum 3 years of experience in project development for infrastructure, renewable energy, or related sectors (e.g. solar, wind, grid, water).
• Strong experience in land acquisition, planning permissions, and environmental/safety permitting in the UK.
• Background in Planning, Environmental Sciences, Land Development, or Surveying is ideal.
• Demonstrable experience supporting projects through pre-feasibility to investment committee approval.
• Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and project elements across a complex regulatory landscape.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and GIS Mapping tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in Planning, Environmental Science, Surveying, or Engineering.
• Chartered status (RTPI or RICS) is advantageous but not essential.
• Prior exposure to hydrogen, low-carbon, or Net Zero infrastructure projects is highly desirable.