Solar Project Development Manager
- Posted 09 October 2025
- Salary €65,000 – €80,000
- LocationHamburg
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Engineering and Renewables
Job description
Role Overview (Hybrid)
The Project Development Manager will play a key role in driving the growth of the company’s solar pipeline in Germany. You will lead project development from origination through to ready-to-build status, working closely with internal teams and external partners.
Salary:€65,000 – €80,000 (depending on experience) + %bonus
Key Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate new ground-mounted solar project opportunities in Germany
Build and manage relationships with landowners, local authorities, and stakeholders
Secure land leases and development rights for selected sites
Coordinate environmental studies, grid applications, and permitting processes
Oversee project timelines, budgets, and risk assessments
Support internal teams with input on design, regulatory, and technical aspects
Liaise with legal, engineering, and commercial teams across the business
Requirements
3–5+ years' experience in renewable energy project development, ideally solar PV
Strong understanding of German permitting processes and energy market regulations
Proven track record of bringing projects through early development milestones
Experience negotiating land agreements and dealing with local authorities
Fluent German; English proficiency required
Willingness to travel within Germany for site visits and stakeholder meetings
If you are interested, please get in touch [email protected] or apply directly + I will be in touch!