Senior Development Manager - Solar & BESS

£80k - 90k per year

Solar

London, Greater London, England

Permanent

Hybrid

Back to all jobs

Email to a colleague

Apply

Senior Development Manager - Solar & BESS Projects

London Office Location - Hybrid working pattern (3 days per week in office)

Salary Depending on Candidate Experience: £80,000 - 90,000 + wider package

Piper Maddox are partnered with an global industry leader in the renewable energy sector to grow their Project Development Capabilities in the UK. Our client has been at the forefront of the renewable energy for over a decade and have built up an excellent reputation as one of the largest and most successful players in the space.

This company are a fully fledged Independent Power Producer who focus on the development and delivery of utility scale Solar and Battery Storage projects. They have an excellent multi-GW development pipeline of projects and submitted a large volume of projects into the Gate 2 process. They are in a position to now press on with their Greenfield development activity.

They are looking to hire a Senior Development Manager to their team who will take on a mix of project focused and leadership responsibilities. Strong applicants for this role will have ~5 and above years of experience in the development of renewable energy schemes in the UK industry.

In this role, you would be responsible for:

> The management of utility scale developments through from inception to the RTB stage before handing over to the construction team.

> Management and mentoring of more junior members of the development team, as well as coordination with other internal planning, grid, and engineering teams.

> Leading on landowner negotiations including heads of terms, option to lease agreements, and land access rights, as well as maintaining landowner relationships through the project lifecycle.

> Ensuring commercial viability of a project including managing budgets, financial models, and keeping projects running to agreed timelines.

This role would be suitable for someone with a strong grounding in developing renewable energy projects, who also has some exposure to team management and is looking to join up with an industry leader who pair up a strong pipeline with excellent funding and stability.

Additional skills that would be useful in this role would be pre-existing experience in NSIP scale developments, as well as an understanding of M&A transactions as this is an area that this company are exploring.

Apply to learn more.

Apply

Other roles you might be interested in:

Development Manager

Houston, Texas, United States

Job Title: Development Manager - Utility Scale SolarAbout the RoleSeeking a Development Manager to lead the development of large-scale renewable energy projects across multiple U.S. markets. The role encompasses full life-cycle project development up until NTP, including real estate, interconnection, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and financial closing support with a focus on SPP and MISO regions.Key Responsibilities- Lead development across SPP, MISO, and additional markets as needed, including both greenfielding and active projects.- Guide activities around real estate acquisition, easements, and title clearance.- Oversee zoning, permitting, and environmental review processes with federal, state, and local agencies.- Navigate regulatory and policy frameworks to guide renewable energy project development and greenfield opportunities.- Lead project execution and compliance, overseeing contracts, real estate, transmission, environmental approvalsRequired Qualifications- 3+ years of experience in large-scale solar and/or standalone storage siting and development.- Proven track record developing assets in SPP and MISO markets.- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and leadership presentations.- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and contracts with limited supervision.Compensation & Benefits- Competitive base salary- Bonus program participation- Comprehensive benefits package- 401(k) contribution

HV AP & Commissioning Supervisor

Greater London, England

HV AP & Commissioning SupervisorLocation: UK WideWorking Pattern: Full-time, permanentSalary: £65,000 + company car + bonusPiper Maddox are working with an international renewable energy EPC who are seeking an HV Authorised Person & Commissioning Supervisor to support the commissioning of large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across the UK. My client manages one of Europe’s largest O&M portfolios and has delivered 3GW+ of renewable energy projects.Reporting to the Head of Engineering, this position will take responsibility for HV operations and the supervision of commissioning activities across multiple utility-scale solar and storage sites. You’ll ensure that all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with relevant standards and procedures, supporting the transition from construction to operation.This is a fantastic chance to grow your experience in High Voltage operations.Key Responsibilities Perform HV operations on utility-scale solar PV and BESS assets.Lead and supervise commissioning activities on multiple sites.Develop and maintain safe commissioning procedures and protocols.Monitor and audit subcontractor compliance with RAMS, ITPs, SoWs, and schedules.Support liaison with ICPs, DNOs, subcontractors, and internal engineering teams.Provide technical support during handover to O&M phase. Required Skills & Experience NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).HV Authorised Person certification (AP15 or similar) is desirable.4 years’ experience in HV operations within the utility or renewable energy sector.Strong understanding of inspection, testing, and commissioning for solar and BESS.Excellent safety awareness and attention to detail.Willingness to travel across the UK. If you are interested, then please apply or reach out to r.franks@pipermaddox.com.

Senior Electrical Engineer (Grid & Electrical team)

Dublin, City of Dublin, Ireland

Role: Senior Electrical Engineer (Grid & Electrical team)Salary: €80,000 DOE + bonusLocation: Dublin County, or commutable to (Hybrid)Piper Maddox are working with a top renewable energy developer and operator. Our client has been a leader in the space for over 25 years and on the renewable energy side of things, they have a diverse portfolio of Onshore Wind, Solar, and Battery Storage projects.With world class international funding, and a structure supporting the full project lifecycle from project development, delivery, construction, and eventual operation of the large-scale asset, this company is one of the most stable and exciting names in the industry.You’ll play a key role in managing electrical engineering activities across a portfolio of large-scale renewable projects – from early development and design through to construction, commissioning, and handover to operations. Working closely with contractors and grid operators, you’ll ensure successful project delivery across HV.Key Responsibilities Manage all electrical engineering aspects across wind, solar, and BESS projects.Lead on substation design, grid connections, and HV/MV electrical infrastructure.Collaborate with DNOs, National Grid and other stakeholders.Support tendering, design review, construction, and commissioning phases.Ensure compliance with safety, technical, and regulatory standards. Skills 5 – 8 years of experience in electrical engineering within energy or utilities.Proven experience of design and construction of substations.Good knowledge of grid. Please apply if you are interested, or reach out to r.franks@pipermaddox.com

Search all jobs

Can't find the right role?

Let's talk!

We're in constant communication with our clients and although they might not be hiring they're always open to hearing about new and exciting candidates. So, get in touch and let us get your name out there.