Head of Wind Development- Private Equity
- Posted 14 June 2023
- Salary DOE + Bonus
- LocationUnited Kingdom
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
- Contact NameNathan Quinn
Job description
Client
I am currently retained by a Private Equity firm based in the UK who are hiring into their greenfield renewable development team. The firm have over £4bn AUM and have had huge success globally. They are currently looking for a Senior Wind Developer / Head of Wind Development (depending on experience) to join their UK office.
Description:
Prospection of new wind projects
Land Option and Lease agreements initiation and completion
Local relationship management to ensure local support
Coordination and submission of the technical studies required to file the different authorizations to build and operate solar and wind farms
Prospection of possible local partnership to support the development
Maintaining contact with determining authorities and driving a successful planning determination
Grid connection application, assessment and acceptance process management
Procurement tender coordination for services
External consultation with stakeholders
Project planning and budget definition with reporting and monitoring
Internal progress reporting
Possible development resource support to other countries
Requirements:
7+ years of experience in greenfield wind and/or solar development in UK
Good knowledge of energy sector in UK
Good knowledge of regulatory framework in UK
Good local network and good abilities to create a local network