Their Purpose – A fast-growing renewable energy developer accelerating the decarbonisation of energy through utility-scale Solar and Wind. Delivering commercially successful, technologically advanced and responsibly developed projects in partnership with global investors across the UK, Ireland, US and Australia.
Location &, flexibility – Ireland – Remote /Hybrid working with travel for site, stakeholder and planning activities as required
Salary & Benefits – Competitive Salary, Competitive benefits package including private medical insurance.
About the Job:
As Senior Project Developer, you’ll lead all aspects of onshore renewable energy development across Ireland - from greenfield site identification through planning, grid and land agreements, to Ready-to-Build (RTB).
This is a pivotal senior role and the company’s first Irish-based development appointment - providing both autonomy and the support of an experienced global organisation. You’ll play a key part in shaping strategy, establishing market presence, and building a successful project pipeline spanning Wind, Solar, Storage and hybrid assets.
- Lead the full project lifecycle from origination and feasibility through planning, grid, land and commercial milestones to RTB
- Identify and assess high-potential sites using market knowledge, land networks and digital screening tools
- Manage landowner engagement and secure robust land agreements
- Oversee planning submissions, environmental assessments and stakeholder engagement
- Drive grid strategy and secure grid connections in collaboration with technical specialists
- Conduct and manage feasibility studies, including environmental and grid constraints analysis
- Build a healthy, high-quality pipeline aligned with portfolio and market growth objectives
- Collaborate with construction and engineering teams to ensure smooth transition into delivery
- Represent the organisation in Ireland, supporting partnerships, policy engagement and long-term market strategy
About you:
You’re a tenacious, commercially aware developer who thrives on turning opportunities into real projects. You combine strong stakeholder management with a deep understanding of planning and grid processes in Ireland.
- 8–10 years’ experience in renewable energy development (Wind, Solar, BESS, hybrid)
- Proven success taking onshore projects from greenfield through to RTB
- Strong industry network across land, planning, grid, environmental and consultancy partners
- Confident navigating Ireland’s planning and grid connection pathways
- Skilled in design input, yield optimisation and project value enhancement
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with high emotional intelligence
- Broad lifecycle awareness - understanding how early-stage decisions impact construction and operation
- Skilled in identifying constraints and early-stage risks to drive investable outcomes
- Strong commercial mindset focused on project economics and investor value
If this one isn't quite right for you, then please still get in touch to discuss any other vacancies we have across the team.
Amelia.yates@zero-global.com