Job Description
Working with a leading Utility Scale PV Developer with an established track record, we are recruiting a Project Development Manager to deliver key projects in the UK. As a Project Development Manager, you will be responsible for the development of utility-scale projects up to the point of being ready for construction. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and be able to hit the ground running.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage projects from origination to shovel ready, including:
- Site identification
- Working with landowners and land agents and their solicitors to secure sites and easements
- Dealing with DNO’s / TNOs and ICPs on grid connection applications and design management
- Working with external planning and specialist consultants, planning authorities and stakeholders to obtain consent
- Monitoring and reporting on progress including budgeting and cashflow projections
- Interaction with other professionals within the company to support companywide business development efforts
- Supporting the sales process; dataroom management and Q&A
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Skills and Experience:
Essential
- Practical and comprehensive understanding of the planning system
- Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with all stakeholders
- Attention to detail
- Project management of consultants and internal specialists
- Relevant experience within the renewable energy sector
- Detailed understanding of land agreements (option to lease, easements etc)
- Grid applications process
- Working with ICPs for cost effective connections
- Site identification
- Reporting, budgeting and cashflow forecasting
- Good IT skills
- Data room preparation and management
- Utility scale solar experience will be an advantage
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Based:
- Norwich, or London (SW10) may also be considered. UK wide travel required.