Project Developer: Wind, Solar & Storage (50% Travel)

Climate17; Leeds; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Climate17 partners with a well-established international renewable energy developer to lead the development of utility-scale wind and solar projects. Based in Florida with up to 50% travel, the role reports to the VP of Development and oversees schedules, budgets, permitting, land acquisition, and stakeholder engagement to deliver projects from origination to operation.

You will manage cross-functional teams, drive interconnection activities, and prepare updates for senior leadership while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development
• Proven experience developing utility-scale wind and/or solar projects
• Strong understanding of permitting processes, land acquisition, and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate subject matter experts
• Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management experience with both internal and external partners

Responsibilities

• Lead renewable energy projects through all stages of development, from prospecting through construction readiness and operation
• Secure land rights and manage relationships with landowners, utilities, regulatory agencies, and local stakeholders
• Coordinate internal and external subject matter experts across legal, engineering, permitting, environmental, and energy assessment disciplines
• Oversee permitting activities and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements
• Support interconnection activities, commercial negotiations, and off-take opportunities
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and development plans
• Prepare project updates, pipeline reports, and presentations for senior leadership and key stakeholders

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Renewable energy knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering/Environmental Science (advanced degree preferred)

Job description

Climate17 partners with a well-established international renewable energy developer to lead the development of utility-scale wind and solar projects. Based in Florida with up to 50% travel, the role reports to the VP of Development and oversees schedules, budgets, permitting, land acquisition, and stakeholder engagement to deliver projects from origination to operation.

You will manage cross-functional teams, drive interconnection activities, and prepare updates for senior leadership while