Senior Development Manager
Lead the charge in shaping Nordic Solar’s greenfield expansion in Germany!
About the Position
With a proven track record of developing, building, and operating large-scale solar projects across Europe, we are now strengthening our in-house expertise to expand our footprint in Germany. Join us in driving this exciting growth—where you’ll shape market strategy, influence key decisions, and make a lasting impact in Germany’s renewable energy sector.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Development Manager to lead our greenfield expansion and drive the development of utility-scale solar PV & BESS projects. From land origination to securing permits and grid connections, you will play a key role in advancing projects to ready-to-build (RTB) status.
As our first team member in Germany (preferably based in the Hamburg region), you’ll enjoy the autonomy to drive projects forward while staying closely connected to our expert team in Copenhagen. With the support of a strong, experienced team of nine professionals, you will have all the resources needed to succeed.
You will report directly to the Director of Development and can expect monthly trips to Denmark, along with regular site visits across Germany as part of this dynamic role.
Key Responsibilities
- Source PV + BESS land opportunities and assess feasibility with the Danish team.
- Negotiate land leases and secure project sites.
- Work with subcontractors to manage grid applications and liaise with TSOs/DSOs.
- Work with subcontractors to prepare and submit environmental impact assessments, and permit applications
- Manage relationships with authorities, and drive project progress
- Lead cross-functional project meetings and collaborate with development, M&A, legal, and EPC teams in Denmark on project matters.
- Prepare decision-making materials and presentations for senior management.
About You
- Financial background with a technical skillset, or an engineering background with a commercial mindset, ideally in the renewable energy sector.
- 10+ years of experience in project development.
- Strong background in solar PV, wind, or BESS projects.
- Expertise in permitting, land lease negotiations, EIAs, and grid connection in the german market.
- Excellent project and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent German and English speaker (full professional proficiency).
Are you interested?
Please send in your application in English no later than 17th March
About Nordic Solar
We are on a mission to make everyone benefit from solar energy. In Nordic Solar we develop, construct, and operate utility-scale solar parks across Europe. We see solar energy as a central player in accelerating the energy transition towards a world powered by renewable energy.
It is our ambition to be among the leading solar energy companies in the Nordics operating across the full value chain. This is where the sun, people and energy make an impact together. We have built a strong organisation with in-house expertise and experience in managing every step on the way from securing land rights and permits over engineering, procurement, and construction to the sale of power. And we are looking for more talented colleagues to join the journey.
We want to create a workplace where people can thrive and grow. We believe that by fostering a collaborative environment where we challenge ourselves professionally and prioritise having fun together, we have the right cocktail for meeting our strategic aspirations – together. We are very dedicated to the well-being of our employees, which is why we offer physical training (optional), an attractive canteen scheme, company-subsidized massage, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to plan your work with a high degree of flexibility. Our team is very versatile in age, nationality, educational background, and experience. This represents a strength both professionally and socially while implying inclusiveness and adaptability.
Senior Development Manager
Lead the charge in shaping Nordic Solar’s greenfield expansion in Germany!
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