Planning Manager - Solar & BESS

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy seeks a Planning Manager to oversee Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems projects. The successful candidate will manage planning processes, engage with stakeholders, and ensure compliance throughout the development lifecycle. This permanent position offers a chance to contribute to complex sustainable projects in an engaging role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a planning consultancy or renewable energy planning department.
• Strong report-writing skills and a full, clean driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and consents for Solar and BESS projects.
• Manage planning projects from start to finish.
• Mentor and support junior staff.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Report Writing

Research

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Description

Planning Manager - Solar & BESS

Leap29 are searching for a Planning Manager to join our Development team, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to large, complex renewable energy projects. This permanent position allows the chosen candidate to engage in a wide range of projects, leveraging skills acquired through formal training, work experience, and personal interest.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading planning and consents for Solar and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects

• Managing planning projects from start to finish, including coordination with clients, project stakeholders, and team members

• Reviewing consultant planning reports and documentation

• Overseeing project management elements such as budgets, stakeholder engagement, deliverables, and design aspects

• Acting as the primary client contact to ensure efficient project progress

• Ensuring planning compliance throughout the development lifecycle and construction phases

• Mentoring and supporting junior staff

• Conducting background research, desk studies, field visits, and preparing planning assessments, reports, and inputs for projects

• Liaising with authorities and stakeholders relevant to planning processes

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience

• At least five years’ experience, ideally within a planning consultancy or the planning department of a renewable energy company

• Strong report-writing skills

• A full, clean driving license

If you are interests in this position, please send your CV through to Rob Byrom.