Senior Development Manager
Core
Lead end-to-end development of utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects from site identification and origination through consenting, investment readiness, and handover to construction.
Role type
Senior Development Manager (Renewable Energy)
Builds
Utility-scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
Domain
Renewable Energy / Power Sector
Required skills
Project management, land acquisition, planning and permitting, grid connection strategy, contract negotiation, financial modelling, stakeholder management, team leadership, risk management, due diligence
Preferred skills
Master's degree, experience with GIS mapping, energy yield assessments, joint venture development, industry event representation
Technologies
GIS mapping, financial modelling tools
Responsibilities
Lead negotiations with landowners and legal advisers to secure land rights; Direct external consultants across planning, environmental, grid, and legal workstreams; Lead grid connection strategies and applications with network operators; Secure and maintain required permits and approvals; Maintain ownership of project budgets and cash flow forecasts; Coordinate cross-functional workstreams with Finance, Engineering, Legal, and Grid teams; Provide leadership and mentorship to Development Managers; Identify and assess prospective co-development partners or joint venture opportunities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
