Head of Development
15 days ago
Boston
Job Description The Head of Development is responsible for leading the origination, development, and progression of renewable energy projects from early-stage concept through to ready-to-build.. This role owns the development pipeline and is accountable for land acquisition, permitting, stakeholder engagement, commercial structuring, and internal coordination to deliver high-quality, bankable projects. Key Responsibilities Development & Origination • Lead the identification, evaluation, and development of new renewable energy opportunities, including solar PV, energy storage, wind, and hybrid projects., • Build and manage a robust development pipeline aligned with the company’s strategic growth objectives., • Oversee site identification, land acquisition strategies, option agreements, and lease negotiations., • Assess project feasibility, including technical, commercial, environmental, and regulatory considerations. Project Development Management • Lead projects through the full development lifecycle: concept, feasibility, permitting, grid connection, commercial structuring, and readiness for construction or sale., • Manage planning and permitting processes, working closely with local authorities, consultants, and statutory bodies., • Oversee grid connection applications and coordination with network operators., • Lead negotiations with landowners, utilities, offtakers, investors, and joint-venture partners., • Support commercial structures including PPAs, route-to-market strategies, and development partnerships., • Act as a senior external representative of the business with stakeholders, communities, and industry bodies. Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration • Build, lead, and mentor the development team, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture., • Work closely with internal teams including engineering, construction, finance, legal, sales, and operations to ensure seamless project progression., • Education:, • A higher degree in a relevant field such as engineering, renewable energy, project management, business, or related areas., • A Master’s degree (e.g., in engineering, energy, project management) is preferred., • Professional Experience:, • At least 10 years of experience in project management within the renewable energy sector (including project development, team management, and stakeholder negotiations)., • Experience in roles such as Project Manager, Development Manager or similar positions where the full project development lifecycle was managed., • Proven experience with solar, wind, energy storage, or other renewable energy projects., • Experience working in an international team and collaborating with engineering, legal, and finance teams., • Skills:, • Excellent negotiation skills and stakeholder management (e.g., with landowners, utilities, offtakers, investors)., • Strong project management skills, including knowledge of permitting processes, project feasibility assessments, and contract negotiations., • In-depth knowledge of the renewable energy market, trends, and regulations in the US., • Proficiency with project management and portfolio tracking tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel)., • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment., • Languages:, • Fluent in English (spoken and written), • Knowledge of additional languages is a plus (e.g., Spanish, Polish)., • Personal Competencies:, • Strong leadership and motivational skills., • Ability to manage large teams, motivate staff, and foster a positive organizational culture., • Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities at the senior management level., • Other:, • Experience with financial partners, including capital raising and Tax Equity investments., • Steady job in an international company, • Professional growth in fast developing team experienced in the field of renewable energy, • Hybrid working model, • Flexible working hours, • Private medical care, • Sharing the costs of professional training & courses, • 401 (k)