About the Opportunity:Pipe Maddox is partnered exclusively with a dynamic and fast-scaling renewable energy firm headquartered in Chicago. They are looking for a Director of Strategic Development to help propel their national solar + storage portfolio forward. With a robust pipeline of over 2 gigawatts and a clear path to operationalize hundreds of megawatts in the next 24 months, this company is redefining clean energy deployment across the U.S. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a sharp, entrepreneurial developer who thrives at the intersection of strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. You'll report to the Chief Development Officer and own the full-cycle development process from late-stage project advancement through construction handoff. The Role:You'll be the engine behind taking mid- to late-stage solar and storage projects across the finish line - managing timelines, refining development playbooks, and ensuring every project meets internal performance and readiness standards. Your influence will extend to process refinement, partner diligence, and the tactical advancement of new project opportunities. You Will:Drive solar and energy storage projects to "shovel-ready" status on aggressive timelines.Represent projects at internal investment gate reviews and decision checkpoints.Maintain crystal-clear visibility into the status of all projects using custom dashboards and tracking tools.Cultivate and manage development checklists to ensure rigorous quality and compliance across the portfolio.Oversee execution of energy storage development initiatives and align them with broader strategy.Support strategic growth by evaluating and closing acquisition and joint development opportunities.Champion the development team's best practices, ensuring repeatable, scalable success across the organization. What You Bring:7+ years of experience steering utility-scale or distributed generation solar projects through the development lifecycle.A working knowledge of energy storage integration and its role in enhancing solar asset performance.Proven ability to lead complex projects across land, permitting, interconnection, and commercial structuring milestones.Prior involvement in due diligence and documentation for M&A or project acquisition deals.Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.A bias for action, an eye for detail, and a passion for accelerating the clean energy transition.Bachelor's degree in business, energy, engineering, or related discipline (advanced degree a plus). Why This Role?Work at the center of a purpose-driven, profitable platform that's advancing the renewable energy economy at scale.Competitive base pay with performance upside.Excellent benefits including healthcare, dental/vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and more.Opportunity to shape internal processes and leave your mark on a high-growth company's next chapter.

NEW OPPORTUNITY - Senior Project DesignerLocation: LondonSalary: £70,000 DOEMy client is on the lookout for an experienced Senior Project Designer to join the team and play a crucial role in transforming the renewable energy landscape. With a 10GW+ pipeline spanning the globe, my client is committed to advancing solar and battery storage systems that make a real difference in reducing global carbon emissions.Your Role:As a Senior Project Designer, you'll be essential in developing innovative designs for solar and battery energy storage (BESS) systems. Your responsibilities will include:* Creating system layouts and designs for renewable energy projects.* Assessing potential sites worldwide and preparing lease documentation for project planning.* Conducting shading analyses and energy production forecasts to optimize project outcomes.* Collaborating closely with project managers and providing insights to the Senior Leadership Team.Your Expertise:We're looking for someone with:* 4+ years of experience in BESS and solar design, including hands-on use of tools like AutoCAD, PVCase, PVSyst, and GIS.* A bachelor's degree in engineering, renewable energy, or a similar discipline.* Strong problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.If this role fits your expertise, do not hesitate to apply or reach out to r.franks@pipermaddox.comPiper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Project Development Manager - Solar & Battery Storage DevelopmentsUK Wide Projects - London Office BaseSalary Dependent on Candidate Experience: £60,000 - 75,000 + wider packagePiper Maddox are excited to be representing one of the top developers of Solar and BESS projects in the UK renewable energy sector. Our client has an excellent portfolio of projects in active development, hugely stable funding & investment, as well as strong ambitions & plans to transition into an IPP model in the near future. Having been founded over a decade ago, this company has excellent experience within their team, having in-house capabilities across Early-Stage Development, Planning & Consents, Grid & Project Engineering, Design Engineering, as well as the corporate functions. They have a nice balance of being well resourced as a team, without being so big that they can remain dynamic in decision making. Amidst the ever-changing UK renewable energy market, this company are well placed to maintain their portfolio through the Gate2 process. Their development pipeline is well progressed, and having secured multiple planning consents in recent times, their projects are protected when it comes to excellent grid connection dates. This pipeline sits at a multi-GW level that is protected from reforms.With such a strong pipeline in place, they are looking to add an experienced Development Manager to their team to drive forward these projects through to the RTB stage and out the other side towards project delivery. Experience in the renewable energy sector is key and prior exposure to NSIP/DCO schemes would be an added bonus but not 100% essential.In this role, your responsibilities would include: > End to End project management of utility scale renewable energy developments from inception, through the RTB stage, and handing over to project deliver phases. > Liaison with internal Land teams, as well as project designers and engineers to maintain project feasibility throughout. > Management of external stakeholders and consultants on matters within the development process such as ecology, geospatial characteristics, planning etc. > Ensuring project viability on a commercial front as well as in the development process - financial/budgeting matters, as well as timelines/reporting to senior management. You would be joining up with a hugely collaborative team where the sharing of expertise and experience in encouraged across the development team as it is made up of a range of career backgrounds that contribute to a project's success. This company have a great culture of all working towards a common goal which shines through in the run of excellent form they have been on. If you were looking to get involved in one of the top development pipelines in the UK, while also working alongside one of the best teams in the space, this role could be a great fit for you. We have worked alongside this company for a while now, and can definitely vouch for their working environment and strong portfolio! Get in touch for some more information about the role, company, and logistics! Piper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.