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Senior Project Developer (Solar)

Posted 06 March 2025
Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)
LocationBristol
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
ReferenceKB-4174279806

Job description

​TGRC has partnered with a leading investment and management platform specializing in renewable energy, energy transition, and sustainable infrastructure. In the United Kingdom, the company is actively advancing a zero-carbon future by acquiring, developing, building, and operating innovative renewable energy projects. Their experienced teams manage every stage of the project lifecycle to enable a greener future.

Our client is currently searching for a Senior Project Developer (Solar) to join their team!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects.

  • Work closely with internal teams specializing in grid management, planning, and development to drive projects forward and mitigate risks.

  • Identify and implement innovative solutions for technical, regulatory, and planning challenges.

  • Deliver high-quality planning applications that consider key factors and community interests.

  • Manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationships, including landowners, authorities, consultants, and colleagues.

  • Maintain and enhance development tools such as project trackers and risk registers.

  • Prepare comprehensive progress reports and presentations, highlighting key risks for internal review.

  • Mentor junior team members, ensuring balanced workload distribution and fostering professional development.

  • Support the origination team in maintaining a continuous pipeline of projects.

  • Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and risk assessments for development programs.

Required Expertise:

  • Proven track record in developing utility-scale/NSIP projects.

  • Strong experience in UK renewable energy project development, with international exposure preferred.

  • Knowledge of additional technologies such as wind or hydrogen energy.

  • Comprehensive understanding of project development, including commercial, financial, and contractual aspects.

  • Expertise in late-stage development processes, including transition to construction or project sales.

  • Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and integrate seamlessly with development teams.

  • Leadership experience with a focus on cultivating high-performing teams.

  • Hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.