Renewables Development Director, North America

Job Description Summary

Customer facing staff responsible for winning business Owns/influences commercial business operating guidelines and has ownership/influence over budgets. Guided by functional policy. There is autonomy within the role to enter into/execute Commercial arrangements. High levels of Commercial judgment are required to achieve outcomes required.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Pipeline Management: Oversee and advance the existing renewable energy pipeline (~2GW+), ensuring progress toward key milestones.
• Team Management: Hold the management team accountable to drive projects forward, evaluating the management team and viability of pipelines.
• Regulatory Navigation: Manage permitting and compliance processes across diverse European markets, ensuring projects align with local and regional regulations.
• Relationship Building: Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including co-developers, local authorities, utilities, and regulators.
• Market Expansion: Support identification of new markets for development, potential opportunities and support appropriate diligence and structuring of opportunities to meet long term goals.
• Commercial Strategy: Evaluate project economics and develop business cases to support investment decisions and ongoing development spend.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including engineering, finance, and operations, to align on project goals and execution plans.

• 10+ years in renewable energy development, with a strong focus on wind projects (experience in other technologies is advantageous).
• Demonstrated track record of delivering renewable energy projects in North America, from early-stage development to Notice to Proceed (NTP).
• Strong network within the energy sector, including developers, utilities, regulators, and investors.
• Expertise in managing co-development partnerships, M&A, and greenfield development.
• Deep understanding of European renewable energy markets, regulatory frameworks, and permitting processes.
• Familiarity with JV structuring, fund development, or private equity-backed platforms is a plus.

• Results-oriented "go-getter" who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with industry stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation skills and business acumen.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to operate effectively in dynamic market conditions.
• Fluency in English is required; additional languages (e.g., Spanish) are an advantage.
• For roles outside of the USA- This role requires significant experience in the Sales & EFS Global Development. Knowledge level is comparable to a Master's degree from an accredited university or college ( or a high school diploma with relevant experience).
• For roles in USA - Master's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Job Family Group(s)/Function(s)).
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.