Onshore Wind
Senior Development Manager
Our client is looking for a Senior Development Manager to join their team. Our client has constructed 14 onshore wind projects in the UK and achieved an industry-leading planning consent success rate. They have a pipeline of over 3GW of high-quality onshore wind and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects at various stages of development, and their ambition is to continue to grow this pipeline. Responsibilities
Lead on the delivery of projects through the consenting phase, resulting in well-designed sites being consented and delivered.
Oversee and instruct the preparation of preliminary and detailed multidisciplinary technical studies during the prospecting, site assessment, EIA, consenting, and design phases of all renewable developments.
Assist the Head of Development in leading the team to deliver business and project goals to deadlines.
Support project teams to deliver the full development process and discharge their
responsibilities, including being a trusted advisor and advocate for the Project Managers and project teams.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, budget, and to a high quality.
Ensure formal procedures are adhered to, including project registers, risk registers, programmes, etc.
Support the delivery of excellent stakeholder engagement, including arranging and attending site visits and meetings with communities, contractors, consultees and other stakeholders, as necessary.
Ensure contractors and subcontractors are performing to the standard expected by the business.
Remove blockers to the effective delivery of the projects and manage associated risks.
Support teammates’ personal and professional aspirations by contributing to a positive working environment.
Encourage effective communication of information between departments and be a consistent point of contact between senior management and project teams.
Provide and maintain a consistent approach to delivering projects.
Requirements
Strong knowledge and understanding of planning policies and environmental impact regulations.
Hands-on experience of the production and submission of planning applications and the consenting process, with a focus on Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major projects, including Section 36 applications.
Skilled in managing external contracts and multiple stakeholders and overseeing framework contracts.
Experience with project management tools like MS Project and the wider MS online package.
A relevant degree or equivalent experience in delivering renewable energy sector projects.
Progressing towards or holding a professional qualification (e.g., MRTPI, MIEMA) is advantageous.