Head of Project Development
Hamburg, Germany
Head of Project Development (PV / BESS)Location: Northern Germany (Flexible) Our client is an established renewable energy developer with a strong and expanding pipeline of utility-scale solar PV and battery storage (BESS) projects across Germany. As part of their continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Head of Development to take ownership of the development strategy, pipeline delivery, and team leadership across their PV and storage portfolio. This is a senior leadership role for an experienced development professional who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to project delivery. You will play a central role in shaping and scaling the company’s development activities, ensuring projects progress efficiently from greenfield stage through to ready-to-build. Key Responsibilities Lead the full development lifecycle across utility-scale PV and BESS projects from origination through to ready-to-build statusDefine and execute development strategy to grow and optimise the German project pipelineIdentify and prioritise target regions for PV and storage developmentManage permitting processes, including planning approvals, environmental requirements, and regulatory frameworksCoordinate grid connection applications and liaise with DSOs/TSOsBuild, lead, and develop a team of project developersEstablish development KPIs and ensure strong pipeline conversion and project progressionSupport commercial discussions with investors, partners, and internal stakeholdersWork closely with senior leadership to support long-term growth strategy and market expansion What We're Looking For Proven experience developing utility-scale PV and/or BESS projects in GermanyStrong understanding of German planning, permitting, and grid connection processesTrack record of delivering projects from greenfield through to RTBLeadership experience, either managing teams or regional development responsibilityStrong stakeholder management skills with landowners, municipalities, and authoritiesCommercial mindset with ability to assess project risk, value, and pipeline qualityFluent German and professional English Why This Role? Senior leadership position with direct influence on company growth and strategyFull ownership of PV and BESS pipeline developmentOpportunity to build and shape a development teamHigh exposure to utility-scale solar and storage growth markets in GermanyStrong alignment with a fast-growing and entrepreneurial development platform Apply below to learn more!