Renewables Project Development Lead (NI & ROI)

Fuse Energy; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fuse Energy is seeking a Project Development Lead for NI/ROI to identify and secure renewable energy prospects, manage site acquisitions, and coordinate feasibility with Finance, GIS and engineering teams. The role covers permitting, PPA structures, and end-to-end acquisition leadership across the Island of Ireland.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in development roles, strong stakeholder relations, and a solid grasp of Ireland and Northern Ireland regulatory environments; travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level with a specialization in power, renewable energy, agronomy, environmental studies, or project management.
• 3/5 years of professional experience in a development role, with a successful track record in project development.
• Strong interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and secure new energy prospects across data centres, BESS, wind, rooftop, carport, and ground-mounted installations.
• Manage the local commercial network to facilitate site acquisitions and project development.
• Collaborate with Finance, GIS, and engineering teams to assess feasibility and optimize project design.
• Oversee permitting process from inception through construction readiness, ensuring compliance with regulatory and grid connection requirements.
• Engage with the finance department to structure PPAs and other financial models.
• Lead the acquisition process from initial opportunity identification through to transaction completion.
• Maintain an acquisition pipeline aligned with the company's growth strategy.
• Engage with local authorities and stakeholders to build a robust network.

Skills

Project development

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Data centre knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in power/renewables or related field

Job description

Fuse Energy is seeking a Project Development Lead for NI/ROI to identify and secure renewable energy prospects, manage site acquisitions, and coordinate feasibility with Finance, GIS and engineering teams. The role covers permitting, PPA structures, and end-to-end acquisition leadership across the Island of Ireland.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years in development roles, strong stakeholder relations, and a solid grasp of Ireland and Northern Ireland regulatory environments; travel is required.