Project Development Director

Executive Headhunters; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working

Tailored professional development

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

A renewable energy organisation is seeking a Project Development Director to establish their presence in the UK. You will identify and develop new photovoltaic and wind projects, negotiate with landowners, and manage projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in renewable energy project development and strong communication skills. This role offers remote working and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Min. 5 years’ experience within the renewable energy space, ideally with project development.
• Strong track record of spotting areas for new projects; securing new business across detailed sales cycles.
• Ability to communicate at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop potential greenfield project opportunities for solar and wind power generation.
• Negotiate and build lasting relationships with landowners, investors, and local authorities for lease or land acquisition.
• Ensure the success of the complete project development lifecycle.
• Be the UK face of the organisation, leveraging networks to drive growth.

Skills

Project development in renewable energy

Sales and negotiation skills

Communication at all levels

Entrepreneurial mindset

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Project Development Director – Renewable Energy

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Project Development Director to lead and create a UK base for their organisation.

About The Company:

Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy organisation who have achieved great success across mainland Europe and the Americas. They focus primarily on solar and wind projects, utilising their 40 years’ experience within the sector, and are involved in the end-to-end cycle of all projects from identification, development, and decommissioning.

As a result of their success, they are looking to enter the UK market and drive further growth.

Project Development Director – The Role:

This will be the first hire for our client in the UK and will be responsible for the identification and development of new photovoltaic and wind projects in the UK. You will spot new greenfield opportunities, negotiate and work closely with land owners, and manage the project through to completion. It is an autonomous role, with the ability to make decisions quickly and drive the success of the UK business.

The role will be supported by the founders of the business and will be able to utilise their extensive network.

Project Development Director – Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop potential greenfield project opportunities for solar and wind power generation
• Negotiate and build lasting relationships with landowners, investors, and local authorities for lease or land acquisition
• Ensure the success of the complete project development lifecycle
• Be the face of the organisation in the UK, providing expertise on the renewable energy space

Project Development Director – You:

• Min. 5 years’ experience within the renewable energy space, ideally with project development
• Strong track record of spotting areas for new projects; securing new business across detailed sales cycles
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive in approach to sales and project development

We offer remote-based working, tailored professional development for your career aspirations, and a generous holiday entitlement.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.