Project Development Manager - Renewables And Infrastructure

Fuse Energy; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity eligibility

Biannual bonus

Tech stipend

Private health insurance

Meals allowance

Job summary

Fuse Energy, a UK-based renewables startup, is hiring a Project Development Manager to identify, secure and develop energy projects across data centres, BESS, wind, rooftop and ground-mounted installations. You’ll manage the local commercial network, structure PPAs and lead acquisitions from opportunity through to handover.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in a development role in renewables, is organised, autonomous and capable of coordinating multiple projects, with strong stakeholder and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level in power, renewable energy, agronomy, environmental studies or project management.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in a development role with a track record in project development.
• Organised, open-minded and autonomous, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the UK renewable sector is a plus and a valid driving licence with travel.
• Travel is required and a driving licence held for more than 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Stakeholder engagement and market development: build a local network and engage clients to structure PPAs and respond to tenders.
• Project acquisition: source late-stage Ready-to-Build projects and lead commercial negotiations and due diligence.
• Site identification and feasibility: conduct cartographic studies, data analysis and feasibility studies; secure land or leases.
• Project development and permitting: manage lifecycle from site selection to pre-construction; coordinate with planners, consultants and grid operators.
• Pre-construction and tender management: prepare tender files, manage procurement tenders and draft technical and commercial appendices

Skills

Stakeholder management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project coordination

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in power/renewable energy

Job description

Fuse Energy is an energy startup on a mission to make energy abundant and affordable, fast. We combine first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system.

We've raised over $200M from top-tier investors including Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, 20VC, Hummingbird and Collaborative Fund, alongside strategic angels including Nico Rosberg and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify and Uber.

We're building a fully integrated energy company: developing our own solar, batteries and other generation projects, building our own hardware, improving and developing grid infrastructure, trading power in real time, using AI across the business, and installing distributed energy in homes. By selling directly to consumers we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass the savings on to our customers.

As a key member of the Development team, the Project Development Manager identifies, secures and develops new energy projects across data centres, BESS, wind, rooftop, carport and ground-mounted installations. You'll manage the local commercial network, structure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and lead acquisitions from opportunity through to completion and handover. The ideal candidate has a strong background in project and business development in the renewables and power sector, with a track record of securing projects across the UK. This position reports to the Head of Projects.

Responsibilities

• Stakeholder engagement and market development: build and maintain a strong local network of local authorities, landowners, industrial clients and regional administrations; develop new prospecting strategies; engage commercial and industrial clients to structure PPAs and respond to tenders
• Project acquisition: build relationships with developers, IPPs, utilities, advisors and landowners; source and secure late-stage and Ready-to-Build projects; lead commercial negotiations (NDAs, NBOs, LOIs, exclusivity and acquisition terms) through completion; coordinate due diligence and maintain a robust acquisition pipeline
• Site identification and feasibility: identify and assess new opportunities through cartographic studies and data analysis; run technical, environmental and regulatory feasibility studies; secure land or lease agreements
• Project development and permitting: manage the development lifecycle from site selection to pre-construction; liaise with planners, consultants and legal experts on permitting; coordinate with authorities and grid operators for timely approvals
• Pre-construction and tender management: prepare tender response files; manage risk assessments and procurement tenders; support EPC contract negotiations; draft technical and commercial appendices

Requirements

• Bachelor's level with a specialisation in power, renewable energy, agronomy, environmental studies or project management (experienced candidates without this are also welcome)
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in a development role, with a successful track record in project development
• Organised, open-minded and autonomous, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a multifaceted environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with all types of stakeholders and excellent verbal and written communication
• Solid analytical skills, strong adaptability and efficiency
• Knowledge of the UK renewable sector and how local authorities and administrations operate is a plus
• A valid driving licence (held for more than 1 year) is essential, as travel is required

Benefits

• Competitive salary and eligibility for equity
• Biannual bonus scheme
• Fully expensed tech to match your needs
• Private health insurance
• Breakfast and dinner allowance for office-based employees

As we hire globally, benefits vary by location.