Director of Project Development - BESS

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Director of Project Development - BESS - Berlin

Have you got experience in leading a high performing project development team in Germany? Are you someone that looks for autonomy in a position? Have you got an entrepreneurial mindset, looking to grow a business forward? If so, please read on.

The Company

A growing Project Developer / IPP of utility‑scale BESS projects that have secured 1GW of grid‑connected projects. Their pipeline as a business is around 10GW. With a multi‑gigawatt project pipeline and 1GW already secured with grid connection, the business is backed by significant investment. As a business there are 3 offices in Germany including one in Munich.

The Role

• As Director of Project Development, you will lead and grow a skilled team of project developers, overseeing the progression of a substantial existing pipeline towards ready‑to‑build status.
• The role requires implementing strategies to bring new projects to market while managing relationships with municipalities, landowners, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead a team of 10, with responsibility for around 200+ projects.
• Drive delivery of at least 1GW of RTB projects and continue to grow the pipeline and execute a strategy.
• Collaborate across all areas of project development, from land acquisition to grid connection.
• Base yourself anywhere in Germany, with only occasional travel to the head office required.

What's in it for you?

• A leadership role working directly with the Co‑Founders.
• Freedom to work from anywhere in Germany.
• Bonus, share scheme, and company car included.
• Flat hierarchy business, giving autonomy in your role.

If you have the skills to match, please apply today or drop me an email

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Business Development

Industries

Services for Renewable Energy

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