GRIDSERVE is a forward-thinking, technology-enabled sustainable energy business and owns and operates one of the fastest growing EV charging networks in the UK. We are committed to delivering net zero transport at the speed and scale the climate crisis requires.
Through our pioneering and multi award-winning Sun-to-Wheel platform: developing, delivering and operating world class customer-focused electric vehicle charging networks powered by solar energy and batteries.
Everything we do is underpinned and connected by a technology-agnostic, proprietary data platform that grows and improves every day.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Development Manager is responsible for managing a pipeline of projects through the development process to construction. The role is accountable for project development budgets and programmes, and driving collaboration between multi-disciplinary stakeholders from Site Origination, Legal, Commercial, Engineering, H&S, Procurement and Delivery to achieve targets. It’s a compelling time to join the Development team and the wider business as we execute our roll out plans across our infrastructure types (Electric Hubs, Electric Forecourts and Solar PV)!
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Development Management
* Successfully manage a volume of projects through the pre-construction Development phases.
* Accountable for the cost, time and quality of assigned development projects.
* Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to execute the development process.
* Bring project leadership to a multi-disciplinary team to execute a project plan.
Pipeline Scheduling, Risk and Quality Management
* Identify, manage and report risk across the project pipeline, ensuring predictability of programme and cost.
* Deliver on assigned annual targets for ‘Start on Sites’ within the allocated development budget.
* Effectively manage supply chain partners in permitting (planning), legal and grid connection design.
Other
* Assist in other related duties as and when requested by GRIDSERVE Senior Management.
* Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics, including anti-bribery policy, Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Management (compliant with ISO 9001 and 14001).
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Required experience
* Experience overseeing key development activities in property development, EV Charging or a related sector.
* Proven track record of successfully achieving development milestones including consents, property legal agreements and co-ordination of a design process.
* Experience in managing a high-volume project pipeline, ideally to include a key institutional landlord portfolio.
* Familiar working with CDM Regulations and the various duty holders within.
* Ideally has experience working with DNOs and is familiar with the HV grid connection process.
Required skills and abilities
* Project management – competent in managing programme, risk and quality across multiple projects.
* Communication – competent across both written and verbal mediums, ensuring clarity in purpose and professionalism in execution.
* Adaptability – proficient in adapting and responding to changing business needs and business strategy.
* The ability to effectively co-ordinate and prioritise tasks and time effectively.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in managing relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.
* Troubleshooting – proficient at identifying and solving problems.
* Ability and willingness to travel to GRIDSERVE sites when required.
* Competent at using Project Management software (including MS Projects).
Required qualifications and certifications
* Degree or an equivalent level of qualification in Property, Consents or Engineering.
* Full UK driving license.
Equal Opportunity statement:
GRIDSERVE is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all individuals are treated with fairness and respect in our hiring process, regardless of gender (including gender identity, gender expression, and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership, or membership in any other legally protected category.
Company culture & values
GRIDSERVE prides itself in providing a workplace that is friendly, encourages creativity and independence, empowering each team member to work at their best. We are passionate with an entrepreneurial spirit, hard-working but always find time to ‘let our hair down’.
We aim to work with awesome people who align with our values to achieve greater results. Consider the values below and ask how well these resonate with the principles you hold:
Be awesome We aim to delight: ‘great’ is our minimum bar
Positively charged We are positive people who approach life and every task full of healthy energy
Synergy seekers We have each other’s back, and appreciate that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts
Legacy creators We strive to deliver positive change through strong ethics and sustainable choices
Straight up We are open, honest, direct people who accept responsibility and sweep nothing under the carpet
Risk mitigators We stack the odds in our favour by taking risks we have the ability to influence
Thought leaders We have the strength and conviction to create a better path, and to follow gut instincts
Solutions focused We embrace problems as opportunities and focus our time and energy on solutions
Our dedication extends to fostering an inclusive environment where employees are empowered and diversity is embraced. We encourage everyone to participate actively and respond to our commitment to equality.
Company benefits:
💰 Financial benefits: competitive pay, share options, pension, and life insurance.
🌿 Wellbeing and work life balance: 33 days annual leave inc. public holidays, remote and flexible working, generous maternity and paternity leave, excellent employee private health insurance, employee assistance programme, 24/7 GP access
🌍 Planet friendly: EV leasing salary sacrifice scheme, EV leasing referral, cycle to work scheme
🚀Growth: a dynamic, challenging and rewarding environment with excellent learning and development resources via our top inhouse LMS and exciting career progression opportunities!
Join us in delivering a better and more sustainable future! #GRIDSERVE #TechForGood #SustainableEnergy