Planning Manager – Solar & BESS

The Opportunity

An independent power producer building a portfolio of solar and battery storage projects is looking for a Planning Manager to join its London team.

It's a chance to move from a developer role into an IPP and take more ownership across the project lifecycle. Hybrid working.

The Role

• Manage full planning applications from preparation and submission through post-consent and appeals
• Prepare and review planning documents and reports, and contribute to complex EIA matters
• Manage external consultants to keep work on time and to a high standard
• Represent the company at public consultations and with local and national planning authorities and statutory consultees

About You

• 2–4 years' planning experience, ideally on the developer side
• Solar and/or battery storage experience
• Confident managing consultants and public consultation
• Keen to take on greater project ownership

What's on Offer

• £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working in London
• Broad project ownership across the lifecycle
• Growing, well-funded IPP

---

To apply or find out more, contact Shaun at shaun.silva@gaia-search.com