Planning Manager - Solar & BESS

Leap29; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap29 is seeking a Planning Manager in London to oversee large-scale renewable energy projects. The role involves managing planning processes, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with strong project management experience and a background in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in planning consultancy or renewable energy.
• Full, clean driving license required.
• Experience in planning regulations and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and consents for Solar and BESS projects.
• Manage projects from start to finish, coordinating with clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee budgets and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Leap29

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

• A full, clean driving license

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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