Head of Development

The Head of Development is responsible for leading the origination, development, and progression of renewable energy projects from early-stage concept through to ready-to-build. This role owns the development pipeline and is accountable for land acquisition, permitting, stakeholder engagement, commercial structuring, and internal coordination to deliver high-quality, bankable projects.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Origination

• Lead the identification, evaluation, and development of new renewable energy opportunities, including solar PV, energy storage, wind, and hybrid projects
• Build and manage a robust development pipeline aligned with the company's strategic growth objectives
• Oversee site identification, land acquisition strategies, option agreements, and lease negotiations
• Assess project feasibility, including technical, commercial, environmental, and regulatory considerations

Project Development Management

• Lead projects through the full development lifecycle: concept, feasibility, permitting, grid connection, commercial structuring, and readiness for construction or sale
• Manage planning and permitting processes, working closely with local authorities, consultants, and statutory bodies
• Oversee grid connection applications and coordination with network operators
• Manage development budgets, schedules, risks, and milestones across the portfolio

Commercial & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead negotiations with landowners, utilities, offtakers, investors, and joint-venture partners
• Support commercial structures including PPAs, route-to-market strategies, and development partnerships
• Act as a senior external representative of the business with stakeholders, communities, and industry bodies

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build, lead, and mentor the development team, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture
• Work closely with internal teams including engineering, construction, finance, legal, sales, and operations to ensure seamless project progression
• Provide clear reporting on pipeline status, risks, and forecasts to senior leadership

Requirements

• Education:
  • A higher degree in a relevant field such as engineering, renewable energy, project management, business, or related areas
  • A Master's degree (e.g., in engineering, energy, project management) is preferred
• Professional Experience:
  • At least 10 years of experience in project management within the renewable energy sector (including project development, team management, and stakeholder negotiations)
  • Experience in roles such as Project Manager, Development Manager or similar positions where the full project development lifecycle was managed
  • Proven experience with solar, wind, energy storage, or other renewable energy projects
  • Experience working in an international team and collaborating with engineering, legal, and finance teams
• Skills:
  • Excellent negotiation skills and stakeholder management (e.g., with landowners, utilities, offtakers, investors)
  • Strong project management skills, including knowledge of permitting processes, project feasibility assessments, and contract negotiations
  • In-depth knowledge of the renewable energy market, trends, and regulations in the US
  • Proficiency with project management and portfolio tracking tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Languages:
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written)
  • Knowledge of additional languages is a plus (e.g., Spanish, Polish)
• Personal Competencies:
  • Strong leadership and motivational skills
  • Ability to manage large teams, motivate staff, and foster a positive organizational culture
  • Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities at the senior management level
• Other:
  • Experience with financial partners, including capital raising and Tax Equity investments
  • Knowledge of financing structures in renewable energy projects (e.g., PPAs, hybrid projects, tax structures)

Benefits

• Steady job in an international company
• Professional growth in fast developing team experienced in the field of renewable energy
• Hybrid working model
• Flexible working hours
• Day off on your birthday
• Benefits package:
  • Private medical care
  • Sharing the costs of professional training & courses
  • 401(k)