Project Development Manager France

In this role, you will be involved in all aspects of the development of utility scale solar projects in France. You will have relationships with project stakeholders, including land-owners, project developers, grid operators.

This is a great opportunity to join a global player in the renewable energy sector in a strategically important position for the company

Your Role:

As Project Development Manager you will:

• follow the development of solar projects from securing the land until obtaining the Permits
• negotiate and secure land rights agreements
• interact with various internal professionals in technical design, technical analysis, financial modelling and grid connection
• interact with project stakeholders, including grid operators, external legal and technical advisers and project developers
• ensure the project goes throughout the entire permitting process through the finish line
• follow legal, technical due diligences prior to the acquisition of solar projects at various stages of development

Description of the successful candidate:

• at least 2 years of project development experience in the solar energy sector in France
• experience in land securing, permitting, project assessment (due diligences) and grid connection processes in France
• good understanding of regulatory aspects in France
• a degree in engineering, legal, business, planning or environmental is highly appreciated
• flexibility to travel in Italy when the need arises
• good commercial acumen
• good team working and interpersonal skills
• basic technical understanding of solar photovoltaic technology
• time management skills with the ability to manage multiple and fast changing priorities
• analytical skills required to understand the economic, technological and permitting aspects of a project including the ability to evaluate land surveys, environmental and title reports
• willingness to work and thrive in a culture of respect, communication, and accountability in a highly dynamic environment