Job Description
Project Manager - Onshore Wind Development\n Location: South of Scotland (Hybrid / Flexible)\n Sector: Renewable Energy - Onshore Wind\n Salary: Competitive, with Car Allowance, Private Healthcare, and Bonus Scheme\n\nWe are working on behalf of a leading European renewable energy developer to recruit a Project Manager within their UK onshore wind development team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, independent business with a strong track record of delivering utility-scale wind and solar projects across Europe.\n\nOur client is a vertically integrated renewable energy company, active across the full project lifecycle - from site identification and planning through to construction and long-term operation. With over 1GW of installed capacity and a UK pipeline of approximately 2GW, they are expanding their development team to support continued growth in the South of Scotland region.\n\nRole Overview\n\nThe Project Manager will be responsible for the full management of wind energy projects from feasibility through to planning consent, including appeal processes where necessary.
The role requires strong project management skills and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, including landowners, consultants, local authorities, and community representatives.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLeading the development and planning process for onshore wind projects\n\nManaging project timelines, budgets, and milestones\n\nNegotiating landowner and third-party agreements\n\nManaging external consultants and EIA specialists\n\nOverseeing grid connection processes and liaising with DNOs\n\nEngaging with local stakeholders, planning authorities, and the public\n\nSupporting internal reporting and project financing elements\n\nCandidate Profile\n\nWe are seeking an experienced project professional with a background in renewable energy or similar infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will be adept at managing complex, high-profile projects and maintaining positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.\n\nEssential Requirements:\n\nExperience in wind energy development or related infrastructure projects\n\nStrong understanding of UK planning and environmental assessment processes\n\nDemonstrated ability to manage consultants, stakeholders, and third-party partners\n\nExcellent communication and negotiation skills\n\nWillingness to travel within the UK and occasionally to Germany (no language skills required)\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join a respected and independent developer, offering long-term career growth and involvement in some of the UK's most impactful renewable energy projects.\n\nFor more information or to apply, please contact Sofia Conte at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email sofia.conte@(url removed)