Lead Renewables Developer

BayWa r.e. renewable energy GmbH

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Not specified; yearly discretionary performance bo...
Hybrid
Uk renewable energy project development experience
Progressing projects through uk planning system
Grid connection process management
The role involves taking ownership of a selection of onshore wind and solar projects from origination handover through to late stage including planning consent and grid contracted status

Job Summary

  • The role involves taking ownership of a selection of onshore wind and solar projects from origination handover through to late stage including planning consent and grid contracted status.
  • Candidates will lead project-level stakeholder engagement with local authorities, statutory consultees, and communities while managing planning applications and EIA processes.
  • The company offers a hybrid working environment, private health insurance, life assurance cover, and access to an employee assistance programme with 24/7 counselling support.

Matching Summary

The role involves taking ownership of a selection of onshore wind and solar projects from origination handover through to late stage including planning consent and grid contracted status.

Salary

Not specified; Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme available; Private Health Insurance, Life Assurance, Company Pension included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • UK renewable energy project development experience
  • Progressing projects through UK planning system
  • Grid connection process management
  • EIA and environmental constraints expertise
  • Onshore wind and solar PV experience
  • Stakeholder engagement with local authorities

Nice-to-have

  • Understanding of CfD auctions
  • Route to market considerations
  • Solution-oriented problem-solving approach
  • Experience with complex project risks
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Planning
  • Proven track record progressing commercial scale projects
  • Direct experience with UK planning system (TCPA, NSIP, Section 36)
  • Right to work in the UK required

Work Rights

Must have right to work in UK

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