- Posted 12 March 2025
- Salary 90000
- LocationLondon
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineRenewable Energy
- Reference149865
Project Development Manager
Job description
Senior Project Development Manager – Behind-the-Meter Renewable Energy
The Opportunity
Our client is a leading renewable energy developer, delivering behind-the-meter solutions for industrial power users (IPUs). Their projects focus on private wire connections to large-scale industrial sites, integrating ground-mounted solar PV, battery storage, and onshore wind.
They are seeking a Senior Project Development Manager to lead the development of private wire projects, from land acquisition through to shovel-ready status. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-growing environment and is eager to shape the company’s future strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Sourcing & Land Acquisition – Support site identification, manage land agents, and negotiate land lease agreements.
- Project Development – Oversee all aspects of development, from securing land and Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) HoTs to achieving a shovel-ready status.
- Technical & Grid Management – Work closely with DNOs, progress grid connection applications, and ensure project design aligns with cost and schedule objectives.
- Planning & Compliance – Manage planning applications, environmental constraints, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
- Process & Strategy Development – Help refine internal processes and contribute to the company’s long-term growth strategy.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience delivering large-scale behind-the-meter renewable projects for industrial offtakers.
- Strong technical expertise in private wire solar, storage, and wind projects.
- Track record of securing land option-to-lease contracts.
- Familiarity with DNO engagement, grid applications, and cost optimisation.
- Experience managing private wire cable routing along public highways/private land.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to lead and grow a development team.
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary + performance-based incentives.
- Equity and commission opportunities.
- Hybrid working options.
Location: Hybrid working with a London Office
Interested? Apply now or contact Toby.stephens@drnewitt.com