Solar Recruitment
Development Director - Renewable Energy
Development Director - Clean Energy Fund
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector? Our client is seeking a Development Director for their asset management business. This role offers a unique chance to lead the hybridization of a substantial solar PV portfolio in Spain, exceeding 450 MW, and to contribute to the growth and management of renewable energy assets across Europe.
Why This Role Stands Out:
- Impactful Work: Drive the hybridization of solar PV plants with storage, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Leadership: Lead from the front, managing cross-functional teams and overseeing all development activities, from grid and land permitting to construction management.
- Innovation: Assess and optimise the technical and financial feasibility of hybrid projects, contributing to the advancement of clean energy solutions.
- Growth: Originate and support new investment ventures, playing a pivotal role in expanding the renewable energy footprint in Spain and across Europe.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the investment team to evaluate and finance hybridization projects, fostering a collaborative environment that drives success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and commissioning of hybridization projects in Spain.
- Assess and optimise the technical and financial feasibility of hybrid projects.
- Manage external and internal teams, overseeing their activities to ensure project success.
- Lead procurement and construction management activities related to hybridization projects.
- Originate and support new investment opportunities in Spain and across Europe.
- Support the management of investments that are in construction or already operational.
Candidate Profile:
- Degree educated in engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven leadership experience in the development and delivery of clean energy projects in Spain.
- Strong technical knowledge of renewable energy projects, including grid and planning permitting processes.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with robust commercial and financial acumen.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently with a proactive approach and strong ownership skills.
- Broad industry knowledge and an established business network in Spain.
- Fluency in Spanish and English; Italian would be advantageous.
This role is not just a job; it’s a chance to lead and innovate within a dynamic and impactful sector. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for renewable energy and a track record of success, this position offers a platform to make a real difference. Apply today to join a team that is shaping the future of clean energy.
