Senior Development Manager - Renewable Energy

Our client, a growing player in the European renewable energy space, is seeking an experienced Senior Development Manager to help drive the delivery of large-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the continent.

This is a key position for a commercially minded project leader with deep knowledge of the renewables sector. The role is remote in Italy, with travel to manage partners, projects, and stakeholders.

Role Overview :

You will be responsible for leading renewable energy projects from initial opportunity through to construction readiness. Key responsibilities include :

• Sourcing and evaluating new project opportunities across wind, solar, and storage
• Driving progress across all phases of project development, including permitting, land access, and grid connection
• Managing relationships with joint venture partners, local authorities, and external consultants
• Overseeing project timelines, budgets, and risk assessments to ensure successful delivery
• Maintaining up-to-date records, maps, and reporting tools for project tracking
• Supporting commercial strategy and market analysis
• Contributing to the development of best-practice processes across multiple jurisdictions
• Assisting with technical and commercial due diligence for potential acquisitions
• Collaborating with internal teams during engineering, procurement, and construction stages

What We’re Looking For :

• 50+ years’ experience in renewable energy development, ideally with utility-scale wind, solar, or storage projects
• Solid knowledge of land, permitting, and interconnection processes
• Proven ability to manage cross-border projects and third-party relationships
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in English and Italian; knowledge of additional European languages is an advantage
• Must be based in Italy and able to travel regularly within Europe

Why Apply?

This is a rare chance to join a well-funded, forward-thinking organisation with ambitious growth plans. You’ll play a hands-on role in delivering impactful projects and shaping the clean energy future across Europe.

Ready to take the next step?

Apply confidentially or get in touch today to find out more.