Team Lead Project Development - Solar / BESS
KIGYO –
Düsseldorf
We are looking for an experienced Development Lead to join a growing renewable energy team in Germany.
This is a hands-on role where you will manage your own projects while also working closely with and supporting other developers in the team.
What you'll be doing:
- Manage renewable energy projects through different stages of development.
- Take the lead on planning and permitting.
- Work closely with municipalities, authorities, landowners and other local stakeholders.
- Support the team with land and grid topics when needed.
- Keep projects moving forward and manage timelines, risks and priorities.
- Coordinate external consultants and partners.
- Look at new project opportunities and help assess their potential.
- Support and guide other developers within the team.
- Work closely with the wider team to successfully progress projects.
What we're looking for:
- Experience in renewable energy project development in Germany.
- Background in Solar PV and/or Onshore Wind or BESS.
- Good knowledge of German planning and permitting.
- Understanding of land acquisition and grid topics.
- Experience working with municipalities and local authorities.
- Comfortable managing several projects at the same time.
- Able to work independently and take ownership of projects.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent German and good English.