​Junior Project Manager

Location: London (Hybrid)

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the development of renewable energy projects mainly in the UK. In particular, the role-holder will be expected to managing contractors and consultants in the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments and Planning Applications leading to successful planning consents and optimal grid connection offers.

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Key Responsibilities

• Identification of potential development sites, including spatial analysis relating to network availability and environmental constraints

• Design of ground mounted, utility scale solar projects, according to land morphology and environmental restrictions, with optimum choice of technology

• Assisting in negotiation and execution of land agreements (leasehold or purchase) with landowners and commercial land agencies

• Evaluation of project feasibility, based on key project parameters (yield, capex, opex and expected electricity prices)
  

Essential Requirements

• Engineering / Planning Qualification (degree level as a minimum)

• Basic understanding or genuine interest on grid connection application process and/or planning & environmental permitting for renewable energy projects

• Experience of contract preparation and managing and negotiating tender processes (including consultancy services).

• Experience of managing project stakeholders including regulators, statutory consultees, and local communities.

• Experience of UK consenting processes including preparation of planning applications leading to successful planning consents.

• Experience in the use of technical software (such as AutoCAD, GIS, PVSyst)