Renewable Energy Consents, Senior Project Manager

This is an exceptional chance to join a dynamic and innovative developer of renewable energy projects. A leader in the renewable sector, our client has constructed multiple onshore wind projects and boasts a UK industry-leading planning consent success rate. With a pipeline exceeding 3GW of high-quality onshore wind and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, this company is poised for significant growth.

Impact: Contribute to the development of renewable energy projects that support environmental sustainability.
Growth: Engage in challenging projects that offer opportunities for professional advancement and skill enhancement.
Collaboration: Work within a supportive team environment that values effective communication and a positive working atmosphere.
Leadership: Take a pivotal role in leading projects through various phases, from consenting to delivery.

This role offers a unique platform to make a significant impact within the renewable energy sector while advancing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of projects through the consenting phase, ensuring well-designed sites are consented and delivered.
• Oversee and instruct the preparation of preliminary and detailed multidisciplinary technical studies during all phases of renewable developments.
• Assist the Head of Development in steering the team to achieve business and project goals within set deadlines.
• Support project teams throughout the full development process, acting as a trusted advisor and advocate.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
• Adhere to formal procedures, including project registers, risk registers, and programmes.
• Facilitate excellent stakeholder engagement, arranging site visits and meetings with communities, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure contractors and subcontractors meet the business's performance standards.
• Remove obstacles to project delivery and manage associated risks.
• Foster a positive working environment, supporting teammates' personal and professional aspirations.
• Ensure effective communication between departments and act as a consistent point of contact between senior management and project teams.
• Maintain a consistent approach to project delivery.

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of planning policies and environmental impact regulations.
• Hands-on experience with the production and submission of planning applications and the consenting process, particularly Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major projects, including Section 36 applications.
• Proficiency in managing external contracts and multiple stakeholders, and overseeing framework contracts.
• Experience with project management tools like MS Project and the wider MS online package.
• A relevant degree or equivalent experience in delivering renewable energy sector projects.
• Progressing towards or holding a professional qualification (e.g., MRTPI, MIEMA) is advantageous.