Senior Project Developer – Solar (12-Month FTC)

The Opportunity

A large European renewable energy generator is looking for a Senior Project Developer to cover a 12-month period of parental leave in its UK solar team.

You'll manage planning and consenting across a portfolio of ground-mounted solar projects, some with co-located battery storage and some at NSIP scale. London-based, hybrid, with regular UK travel.

The Role

• Manage planning and consenting for the UK ground-mounted solar portfolio
• Support NSIP (DCO) solar projects
• Oversee EIA, planning and other consultants and contractors
• Manage stakeholder and community engagement
• Own budgets and schedules from early development to FID
• Report progress and risks to senior management and coach junior project managers

About You

• Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent
• Renewables experience, ideally ground-mounted solar across development and construction
• Extensive knowledge of the UK renewables market; NSIP/DCO knowledge preferred
• Full UK driving licence and eligibility for security clearance

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid working in London
• Exposure to NSIP-scale solar
• Career development within a major generator

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