Senior Project Development Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy developer seeks a Senior Project Development Manager to oversee large-scale solar and wind projects. You will lead from land acquisition to construction, ensuring stakeholder engagement and effective project management. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and significant impact within the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package and performance-related bonus

High-impact, varied role

Autonomy and visibility across the business

Qualifications

• 8+ years of renewable energy project development experience.
• Strong background in land negotiation and planning processes.
• Experience working across UK and Irish energy markets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess land for large-scale solar and wind projects.
• Lead site feasibility including yield analysis and grid access.
• Manage budgets and track project progress.

Skills

Project Development

Land Negotiation

Planning Processes

Grid Interface

Commercial Understanding

Problem Solving

Project Management

Job description

Job Description

Senior Project Development Manager – Solar & Wind

Wiltshire | Full-Time | Competitive Salary (DOE)+ Bonus + Car Allowance

Our client is a leading renewable energy developer backed by one of the sector’s most dynamic investment teams. With a strong portfolio across the UK and beyond, they’re driving the next of utility-scale solar, onshore wind, and battery storage.

As they continue to scale, they’re looking for a Senior Project Developer to lead end-to-end delivery of new renewable energy sites—from land acquisition and early feasibility through to planning, grid connection, and construction handover.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and assess land for large-scale solar and onshore wind projects
• Lead site feasibility including yield analysis, grid access and constraint mapping
• Negotiate land deals and manage legal documentation (Options, Leases, Easements)
• Liaise with DNOs and TOs to secure viable grid connections
• Drive planning applications and manage stakeholder engagement
• Oversee design optimisation and ensure seamless transition into construction
• Manage budgets, track project progress, and report to senior leadership

What You’ll Need To Be Successful:

• 8+ years of renewable energy project development experience
• Strong background in land negotiation, planning processes, and grid interface
• Solid commercial understanding and ability to interpret project economics
• Experience working across both the UK and Irish energy markets
• Self-starter who can manage complexity, solve problems, and adapt as projects evolve
• Full driving license and flexibility to travel as needed

Why Join?

• Join a highly respected developer working with a global investor platform
• High-impact, varied role with autonomy and visibility across the business
• Competitive compensation package and performance-related bonus
• Be part of a company with global presence within the Renewable energy industry

Apply now or contact [e-mail]!