The Role:
EEW are seeking for a Senior Solar Project Developer to join our dynamic team in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of large-scale, greenfield solar (photovoltaic) and BESS projects in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to take on fresh challenge with an internationally recognised developer.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identification and acquisition of potential development sites, including spatial analysis relating to network availability and environmental constraints
- Negotiation and execution of land agreements (for lease or purchase) with landowners and commercial land agencies
- Coordination of the due diligence process on respective land rights
- Management of the planning process; selection and appointment of appropriate consultants, submission of necessary applications and studies, interaction with relevant stakeholders, and correspondence with local planning authorities and planning inspectorate
- Management of grid connection process; selection and appointment of grid consultants, submission of grid connection applications and correspondence with the relevant grid operator (DNOs or TSOs)
- Evaluation of project feasibility, based on key project parameters (yield, capex, opex and expected electricity prices); continuous optimisation of project performance in close cooperation with our engineering team
- Development of an extended business network, comprising of the necessary partners to properly plan and support the project development activity in different areas of the country (developers, land agents, grid experts, environmental engineers etc.)
- Negotiation and management of co-development agreements; support in the due diligence process prior to acquisition of immature projects / pipelines
Requirements:
- Degree in Engineering or similar; post graduate studies with a focus on renewable energies or project management will be considered a plus
- Knowledge of the UK planning framework; prior experience in either grid interconnection agreements or planning consenting is of the essence (as a developer, consultant or working for a DNO or planning authority)
- Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience in renewable energy project development, with a focus on large scale projects; proven track record of multiple projects developed from inception to Ready-to-Build
- Good understanding of solar technology and key parameters affecting project feasibility and performance
- Friendly demeanour and ability to communicate efficiently with relevant stakeholders (landowners, land agents, public servants, lawyers, technical advisors, community groups etc.)
- Able to manage workloads, prioritising and delivering work to tight deadlines; independent, flexible, and adaptable, with the ability to travel as required
- Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office products; PVSyst and AutoCAD experience will be considered a plus
The right candidate will work from our office in London Mayfair having a high degree of independence and working with a very dynamic team. Please contact contact@eewrenew.com with a cover letter and CV to apply
