Land Project Manager (Renewable Energy Development)

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic renewable energy company as a Land Project Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in the development of solar, BESS, and wind projects. This innovative firm is dedicated to achieving Net Zero goals and offers a collaborative environment that values flexibility and teamwork. You will be responsible for identifying land for development, negotiating with landowners, and managing commercial agreements. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you. The company supports professional development, making it an ideal place for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in land acquisitions for renewable energy or major infrastructure projects.
• Strong negotiation skills for commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Identify suitable land for renewable energy development.
• Manage landowner relationships and commercial negotiations.

Skills

Land acquisitions

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial negotiations

Education

MRICS chartered

APC undertaking

Job description

Land Project Manager - Solar, BESS, Onshore Wind

Salary: Dependent on Experience - £45,000 - £55,000

Location: Northwest office with Hybrid Working

Piper Maddox is working with a hugely exciting renewable energy company specializing in the development, construction, and operation of Solar, BESS, and Wind projects. This company has a presence in close to 20 different countries globally, and this role will sit in their UK division.

The development arm of the company has a strong track record of delivering close to 3GW; overall, their current pipeline for development sits at just shy of 10GW. You would play a key role in the progression of utility-scale renewable energy developments, helping the UK achieve its Net Zero goals.

They are looking to add a Land Project Manager to their UK team to cover the greenfield origination piece of the development lifecycle. Your role would involve identifying suitable land for development, engaging and managing landowner relationships, and managing the commercial negotiations surrounding the land acquisition process.

Key experience for this role includes:

1. Prior experience covering land acquisitions for renewable energy projects or transferable major infrastructure projects (utilities ideally).
2. Experience in negotiating commercial matters such as Heads of Terms, Option to Lease Agreements, Wayleaves, Easements, etc.
3. Comfort engaging with landowners and stakeholders, typically in a rural or agricultural setting.

If you are looking to join a company with a culture built on flexibility, collaboration, and a strong team environment, then this role could be a great fit for you! If you are already MRICS chartered or are looking to undertake your APC soon, our client would be happy to support professional development in this area.

Get in touch for more information.

Piper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.