The Role
As part of the UK and Ireland Development team within RES UK&I Ltd and utilising the support of the RES Group, you will have responsibility for project managing the development of small wind farm and solar pv sites. This will involve site screening and selection through to consenting and financial close of the projects.
Working independently, you will be responsible for planning and co-ordinating internal and external resource as required to deliver projects, including engineering and technical support, Environmental Impact Assessment studies, grid studies, consultants, commercial support and other stakeholders.
You will also formulate and implement project development plans and manage development budgets within the RES UK & Ireland strategy and business plan. The position will be based at our Head Office in Kings Langley and you will be required to travel throughout the UK and Ireland.
The Person
You will have a Degree, or equivalent, in a Planning based subject and have or be working towards MRTPI with relevant experience of developing infrastructure projects and/or dealing with major planning applications in a local authority. Knowledge in renewables or conventional power generation is preferred, but not essential.
You will have proven experience of successfully dealing with planning applications either in planning authorities, or as a consultant or developer. Some experience of dealing with other project stakeholders, including landowners, project contractors, external consultants and development partners is also a requirement. With an aptitude for project management and leadership, you will be self-motivated with a keen interest in the renewable energy sector.
Working within the UK and Ireland development team you will be a team player, with good interpersonal skills and entrepreneurial abilities. You should also possess a current UK driving licence.
This is a personal development opportunity for a planner to gain experience with a leading independent renewable energy developer with significant career opportunities in a rapidly expanding sector for a fast growing business.
