Head of Development - Birmingham - PV and BESS.About the CompanyOur client is a specialist UK energy infrastructure... Read more
Head of Development - Birmingham - PV and BESS.
About the Company
Our client is a specialist UK energy infrastructure developer, owner and operator focused on supporting the transition to a more resilient and flexible electricity system.
The business has an established track record delivering grid infrastructure projects and is entering an exciting phase of growth through both acquisitions and organic development.
The organisation offers a highly autonomous environment where experienced professionals can directly influence strategy, growth and project delivery.
The Role
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Head of Development will lead the identification, acquisition and development of energy infrastructure opportunities across the UK. The successful candidate will originate new projects, execute acquisitions, secure land and grid positions, manage planning and consenting activities, and progress assets to a ready-to-build stage.
This is a senior, hands-on role offering significant ownership, responsibility and visibility within the business. The position works closely with executive leadership and external advisors while operating with a high degree of autonomy.
Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate and negotiate acquisitions of energy projects, operating assets, SPVs and development land.Lead transactions from initial engagement through to completion, coordinating commercial, legal, technical and financial due diligence.Build and manage a strategic pipeline of development and acquisition opportunities.Originate new infrastructure projects based on grid and network requirements.Secure land rights, options, leases, purchases and easements to support project delivery.Manage electricity and gas connection processes with network operators.Develop consenting strategies and secure planning approvals.Lead participation in competitive procurement and tender opportunities.Prepare business cases, investment papers and development budgets.Transition successful projects into delivery with robust documentation and approvals in place.
Essential Qualifications
Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, planning, land management, law, business or a related discipline.Demonstrable experience leading energy sector acquisitions through completion.Recent track record securing land agreements for energy or infrastructure projects.Strong experience obtaining UK grid connections and navigating connection reform processes.Background securing planning approvals for energy infrastructure developments.Experience preparing or leading competitive energy market bids and tenders.Strong financial and commercial evaluation skills.Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and relationship-building abilities.Ability to operate independently within a fast-moving growth environment.
Nice to Have
Experience with transmission-connected projects.Knowledge of stability, reactive power, inertia or related grid support services.Membership of a relevant professional body.Established network across the UK energy development sector.Familiarity with flexibility and balancing markets.
What's Exciting About This Opportunity?
Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.Significant autonomy and ownership over growth initiatives.Opportunity to shape a substantial acquisition and development pipeline.Involvement in nationally significant energy transition projects.Broad remit spanning acquisitions, development, planning, land and commercial leadership.
Practical Details
Permanent position.UK-based with regular travel to sites and stakeholders.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please feel free to reach out to me on LinkedIn or email at
[email protected]Head of Development - Birmingham - PV and BESS.
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