At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting greenfield battery energy storage projects from development to construction.
- Company: Confidential growing business in the renewable energy sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for growth in a vital industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in renewable energy and own your projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in BESS, project development, and grid connections.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
I am currently looking to speak with experienced Project Development professionals within the BESS and renewable energy sector. I’m working on an exciting opportunity with a growing business developing grid-scale battery energy storage projects across the UK. The role is for a Project Development Manager, with responsibility for taking greenfield BESS projects through the development and pre-construction phases. This is a particularly interesting opportunity for someone with a strong background in project development, grid connections and renewable energy, who wants genuine ownership of projects and the opportunity to see them progress from early-stage development through to construction.
Key areas of responsibility
- Project Development – leading greenfield BESS projects through the development lifecycle
- Grid Connections – supporting grid applications, connection strategy and engagement with network operators
- Planning & Consenting – managing planning applications, environmental assessments and associated consents
- Land – supporting land agreements and maintaining relationships with landowners
- Technical Development – overseeing site investigations, surveys, design development and constructability
- Project Management – ownership of programmes, budgets, risks and project reporting
- Stakeholder Management – coordinating internal teams, consultants and external stakeholders
- Pre-Construction – supporting projects through development and into construction
The ideal background
- BESS / battery energy storage development
- Renewable energy project development
- Grid connections and working with network operators
- UK planning and consenting
- Land acquisition / land agreements
- Managing technical, environmental and planning consultants
- Taking projects from early-stage development through to construction
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 + bonus & benefits
Location: London / Hybrid
The company is being kept confidential at this stage, but I’d be happy to provide more information about the business, projects and opportunity during a confidential call. If this sounds relevant to your background — or you know someone who may be a good fit — please feel free to message me directly or connect with me.
Development Project Manager in London employer: The Green Recruitment Company
Join a forward-thinking company that prioritises innovation and sustainability in the energy sector. As a Field Service Engineer, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that values teamwork and personal growth, with opportunities to develop your technical skills while working on cutting-edge battery energy storage solutions. Enjoy the flexibility of travel across the UK, an electric company vehicle, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the rapidly evolving clean energy landscape.
Contact Details:
The Green Recruitment Company Recruitment Team
