Project Manager
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Job Title: Project Development Manager - Solar Renewables Location: Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham, London (REMOTE) About Us: We are driving the expansion of our Solar-PV business across Europe, a pivotal part of our strategic growth. With ambitions to achieve over 1 GW growth annually by 2025 and to have a minimum of 10 GW on our balance sheet by 2030, we are actively seeking passionate individuals to join us in this exciting journey. As a Project Development Manager (PDM), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our solar projects, contributing to the transformation of the energy sector towards a sustainable future. Responsibilities:
- Lead the management of portfolio projects, collaborating with co-developers to ensure successful development steps, from origination to ready-to-build (RTB). This includes proactive issue resolution, precise project reporting for decision-making, obtaining necessary approvals, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Provide expertise in permitting and solar project evaluation to support due diligence for portfolio acquisitions and partnership negotiations.
- Actively participate in building expertise within the Renewables team, staying updated on permitting regulations and disseminating relevant information, while supporting cross-functional initiatives impacting the team.
- Experience in the pre-construction phase of Solar and/or BESS sites.
- Comprehensive knowledge of project development steps, including permitting, land contracts, and grid connections.
- Strong project management skills with attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of collaborating effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
- Fluent in English; other languages are advantageous.
- Strong interpersonal skills and resilience, with a solution-driven mindset.
- Technical expertise in solar energy and familiarity with financial tools and concepts.
- Willingness to travel as required.
- A generous company pension
- Health-related benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to learning and development opportunities.
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