Development Manager- Solar, Storage, Hydrogen and Grid Stability Schemes
This pioneering Developer, Owner and Operator is in are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Development Manager to join a growing development team and become part of the largest battery storage, flexible generation and energy solutions provider with continued ambition for growth.
This position will be a key part of the development team, managing a large and growing portfolio of projects across a range of technologies. This could be, battery storage, solar, grid stability schemes and hydrogen projects.
The role will require taking ownership of projects and leading them through the development process, from the
point of initial identification, to being ‘shovel ready’, with ongoing support during project construction and
financing.
The ability to multi-task and effectively manage competing priorities, whilst maintaining a keen eye on accuracy and detail are required, in order to deliver and contribute to the overall success.
This energy company is the power company of the future, supporting critical national infrastructure through delivering flexible generation when it’s needed most, in support of a low carbon power grid dominated by renewable
energy. Their growing team also deliver optimal power solutions for corporate clients from a range of
complementary technologies and apply strategies tailored to customer requirements.
Radically transforming the way the energy market works they are the largest provider of flexible
generation in the UK.
They have a combined installed capacity of 700 MW across nearly 50 sites with over 130 experts dedicated to supporting critical national infrastructure and the UK’s energy transition to a lowcarbon economy.
They are a full-service Independent Power Producer (IPP) focused on meeting the growing demand
for balancing services in the UK electricity market through the development, construction and ownership of
natural gas fired peaking engine plants and battery storage systems.
The management team has vast experience in this field, with strong financial backing to grow a premier generation business.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
• Lead with the identification of new development projects, working closely with the wider development team to apply site finding criteria
• Direct the preparation, submission and management of planning applications and associated discharge of planning conditions, managing third-party consultants
• Lead on the negotiation of property agreements to put in place heads of terms, options and leases
• Work with our connections team to assess the viability of sites, support the application process and maintain secured connections
• Develop strong relationships with landowners, agents and other stakeholders
• Generate and maintain project schedules, risk registers, budgets and take projects through our internal project management process, which includes key milestone reviews and Project Information Document
• Undertake commercial modelling of opportunities to assess their viability and achieve key hurdle rates
• Represent this team with involvement
in workshops, industry forums and working
groups as required
• Work with our in-house GIS and design team to screen sites and input on site design
• Undertake due diligence on projects that the company are evaluating or looking to acquire
Requirements
• Ideally at least 2 – 3 years of experience within the energy industry
• Any experience in all phases of project development, with specific experience in origination, planning, land agreements and connections
• Commercial management skills to maintain project budgets, undertake financial modelling and assess the commercial viability of projects
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential
• Probably degree educated in a relevant subject, although other qualifications will be considered based on
• experience
• Excellent oral, written and communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships and work as part of a team
• Highly organised and able to work within a fast-paced environment and react proactively to workflows
• Take ownership and drive tasks through to completion
• Adaptable and pragmatic, with the ability to quickly understand key issues and ensure resolution for the successful delivery of projects
• Travel will be required as part of the role, therefore own transport is essential with occasional overnight stays if necessary