Senior Land and Planning Executive
7 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Senior Land and Planning Executive to join our team at Downing Ventures in Glasgow, Scotland.
Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum
About the RoleThis is a challenging and rewarding role that involves leading the land and planning function for renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will have significant experience within the renewable energy industry, particularly in land acquisition, project management and planning.
You will be responsible for identifying suitable renewable energy project opportunities, undertaking initial feasibility assessments, negotiating Heads of Terms and preparing and registering land agreements.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work autonomously and propose innovative solutions to problems. They will also have a wide contact network and a real desire to succeed.
Key Skills and Qualifications- Minimum of 5 years' experience within the renewable energy industry on project management, particularly working on solar PV, battery storage and onshore wind projects
- Experience of undertaking land assembly and responsibility for land budgets
- Experience of managing agents and legal support to prepare and conclude land agreements
- An understanding of planning and consenting processes
- Experience of contract preparation and managing and negotiating tender processes (including consultancy services)
- Experience of managing project stakeholders including regulators, statutory consultees and local communities
- Experience of managing project teams and budgets
- An ability to translate technical detail into commercial impact
- Discretionary bonus and other success-based financial incentives
- Health insurance
- Life assurance
- Income protection
- Death in service insurance
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