Introduction:

This is an opportunity within a forward-thinking clean energy organization, specializing in investments in renewable energy projects across Europe. The organization focuses on nurturing early-stage projects, overseeing their development and construction, and ultimately offering them to institutional investors seeking sustainable, long-term returns within these markets.

With a firm foothold in Poland since 2018, backed by a robust project portfolio, the organization is poised to elevate its operations to the next level. To achieve this, they are seeking talented individuals to bolster their Polish team.

Role Overview:

As a Project Manager within this organization, the core responsibility is to spearhead project development initiatives in the renewable energy sector.

Expected contributions encompass:

• Collaborating closely with the Polish team across various project development facets, with particular emphasis on permitting, due diligence, acquisitions, and construction.

• Undertaking technical assessments and due diligence for Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and other renewable energy assets, actively participating in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) processes.

• Facilitating communication with public authorities, grid operators, and external stakeholders throughout the development phase.

• Maintaining readiness to lend support to diverse projects spanning Europe.

• Establishing and managing internal reporting protocols across the organization.

• Conducting comprehensive research on industry sectors, markets, advisors, partners, and competitors.

• Reporting directly to the Country Director in Poland.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The organization is searching for a candidate who embodies the following attributes:

• Possesses a technical educational background at the university level, with a focus on disciplines such as Engineering or Environmental Science.

• Demonstrates a proven track record in Project Development, spanning activities from land identification and acquisition to feasibility studies and consenting, culminating in the ready-to-build (RtB) stage. Ideally, experience in utility-scale solar or Real Estate projects is preferred.

• Exhibits proficiency in project development, permitting, and project documentation.

• Has exposure to local developers, incumbent utilities, and key market players.

• Holds a fundamental understanding of the national power system, grid management, and the wholesale market.

• Is proficient in MS Office and has experience with AutoCAD, with knowledge of QGIS tools being advantageous.

• Has the ability to thrive in diverse team environments and actively contribute to expansion efforts.

• Demonstrates an open attitude, a willingness to embrace new opportunities and challenges, and a strong commitment to fostering a start-up atmosphere while continuously pursuing self-development.

• Is a native/fluent Polish speaker with fluency in English

Darwin Recruitment AG is a Zurich based, SECO licensed, privately owned subsidiary of Darwin Professional Staffing Group Ltd (a Global IT Recruitment Consultancy).

Darwin Recruitment AG manages client relationships whilst also utilising Darwin Professional Staffing Group databases and networks to source Candidates and fulfil client requests.

We do not ask for a placement fee from Candidates/Employees.

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