Our client has a new opening for an experienced Renewable Energy Planning Development Manager to lead the planning and development of large-scale renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in planning applications, project delivery, and environmental compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the planning process to obtain consents for large-scale renewable energy projects.
* Coordinate and manage external consultants to prepare specialist studies for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), EIA screening, Ecological Impact Assessment, and other assessments required as part of the planning application process.
* Prepare planning application documents and associated submissions.
* Work closely with project design teams to identify and mitigate potential planning or permitting issues throughout the project lifecycle.
* Support environmental consent applications, including Industrial Emissions/PPC licences and other permits required for project development.
* Engage with relevant stakeholders including regulatory authorities, statutory bodies, landowners, neighbouring residents, utilities, and other public bodies.
* Plan and execute public consultation events and activities.
* Prepare for planning appeals or inquiries and provide expert witness testimony where required.
* Manage pre-construction planning and environmental compliance, including the discharge of planning conditions.
* Assist in scoping and developing strategic project opportunities.
* Support market analysis to monitor sector developments and identify potential project or acquisition opportunities.
* Conduct site selection assessments and planning/environmental due diligence studies for potential development sites.
* Stay updated on policy, legislation, and planning outcomes relevant to renewable energy projects.
* Contribute to policy review and lobbying activities as required.
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to agreed specifications.
* Provide regular reporting to senior management on project progress and risks.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree (NFQ Level 8) in Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or equivalent.
* Postgraduate qualification (NFQ Level 9) in a relevant discipline desirable but not essential.
* Minimum of 8-10 years relevant experience, with proven expertise in project management, planning applications, EIAR, AA, and environmental permit applications for large-scale projects, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, codes, and regulatory standards.
* Experience liaising with regulators, statutory bodies, and the public.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Demonstrable understanding of successful project delivery within time and budget constraints.
* Ideally based in Dublin, but flexible.
Required Competencies
* Strong organisational and management skills
* Strategic and analytical approach
* Sound judgement and decision-making
* Effective communication
* Professional integrity
Whats on offer:
* Hybrid working model
* Pension: Eligible for company pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution.
* Insurances: Participation in private medical insurance, salary protection, and death benefits schemes.
* Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus based on personal and company performance.
* Holidays: 25 days’ paid holiday per year (pro-rated if applicable).
For further details about this opportunity please contact Gillian Nicholson gillian.nicholson@collinsmcnicholas.ie 353 90 6450665
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