Head of Project Development (m/w/d)
Head of Project Development (Solar PV & BESS)
Location: Hessen or Rhineland-Palatinate (Hybrid)
Industry: Renewable Energy | Utility-Scale Solar PV & BESS
The Opportunity
We are supporting a leading international renewable energy developer in the search for a Head of Project Development to drive the growth of its Solar PV and BESS pipeline across Hessen and Rhineland-Palatinate.
This is a key leadership role for an experienced renewable energy professional who combines strong project development expertise with the ability to lead and develop a high-performing team. The position will focus on expanding and advancing a substantial pipeline of utility-scale renewable energy projects, from early-stage origination through permitting and development to Ready-to-Build status.
The role offers the opportunity to lead a team of Project Developers, Land Acquisition Managers and Engineers while remaining closely involved in the day-to-day development of projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and grow a multidisciplinary development team across Project Development, Land Acquisition and Engineering.
- Drive the development and expansion of utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects throughout Hessen and Rhineland-Palatinate.
- Oversee projects from site identification and land securing through permitting and preparation for construction.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, municipalities, permitting authorities, grid operators and external stakeholders.
- Support land acquisition strategy and ensure a steady flow of high-quality development opportunities.
- Manage development risks, timelines and budgets across the project portfolio.
- Coordinate closely with technical, environmental, legal and commercial functions.
- Support portfolio growth through strategic project selection and development planning.
- Provide regular updates to senior management on project and pipeline progress.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in renewable energy project development within Germany.
- Strong track record developing utility-scale Solar PV projects, ideally with additional BESS exposure.
- Deep understanding of permitting, planning and development processes in Hessen and/or Rhineland-Palatinate.
- Experience managing stakeholders including municipalities, landowners, authorities and grid operators.
- Previous leadership experience managing Project Developers, Land Acquisition Managers or comparable teams.
- Strong commercial mindset and ability to balance project, financial and strategic considerations.
- Hands-on approach with the ability to support projects directly when required.
- Fluent German and strong English language skills.
Why Join?
- Leadership role with significant influence over the regional development strategy.
- Opportunity to shape and grow a substantial Solar PV and BESS pipeline in Hessen and Rhineland-Palatinate.
- High level of autonomy and decision-making responsibility.
- Combination of strategic leadership and hands-on project development.
- Long-term growth opportunities within an expanding renewable energy platform.
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