Head of Development

Job Description

Job Description

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)