Development Manager

Development Manager required to join the Irish office of a leading international renewables developer and asset owner.

The role would suit an ambitious candidate with an entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to work with an established company committed to developing projects through to ownership and operation.

Role

• Support the identification and development of onshore wind and solar projects across Ireland from site selection through to pre-construction
• Undertake landowner negotiations and secure land lease agreements
• Consult with planning authorities, statutory consultees, stakeholder groups and the wider public
• Run tender processes and coordinate external stakeholders (e.g. consultants, contractors, suppliers, advisors, local authorities etc)
• Maintain close communication with centralised functions such as procurement and financing
• Provide ongoing support to construction and asset management teams

Requirements

• Degree or Masters in relevant subject
• Experience supporting the development of onshore wind or solar projects through the planning process either with a consultancy, utility or developer
• Understanding of local and national planning regimes
• Entrepreneurial and ambitious with ability to work independently and across multiple projects
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build good working relationships
• Driving licence