Solar Project Developer (Vollzeit | Utrecht)

This is a full-time position within our Dutch Development team, to support the development of large-scale ground-mounted solar PV projects as well as (co-located) battery storage solutions.

This unique role requires a blend of commercial and technical expertise in solar project development and strategic public affairs skills to promote and advocate for our renewable energy initiatives. The ideal candidate will drive solar projects from inception through completion while also managing public relations and community engagement efforts to support the company’s mission and objectives.

Job Responsibilities:
1. Proactively and autonomously work on the development of large-scale solar PV projects:
• Establish relationships with stakeholders such as landowners, project developers, local energy cooperatives, local distribution network operators, municipalities, spatial planners and other advisers, suppliers etc.
• Identify areas with power offtake capacity to facilitate a grid connection for our large-scale solar PV projects
• Liaise with spatial planners, and other advisers to prepare permit applications
• Secure planning permissions and licenses from relevant authorities as well as permits from any relevant stakeholders required to develop the facilities at the land positions for construction and operation of the projects
• Liaise with third party stakeholders such as energy cooperations and municipalities to establish local community engagement
• Coordinate project specifics with financial and technical colleagues
• Apply for relevant subsidies
2. General:
• Help to build a body of knowledge and continually drive the evolution of best practice to deliver a competitive edge
• Create relationships within the renewable energy sector with a view to acquire suitable projects at various stages of development
• Actively participate in industry associations such as Holland Solar
• Monitor and analyse European, The Hague and provincial political developments, debates, legislation reviews/proposals, committee enquiries
3. Report to senior management:
• Create and monitor development budget and programs
• Report project status, progress, timeline, quality, feasibility, project risks and budgets to senior management and the Companystatements and reports

Requirements:
• Proven track record in project development, preferably with large-scale ground-mounted solar PV projects
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of expertise
• Affinity with technical and financial feasibility of projects and experience in key factors required to develop a viable project
• Experience in relevant planning processes
• A good understanding of the transmission and distribution networks and the relevant grid connection application processes
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and commercial skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
• Flexible, creative and entrepreneurial, positive attitude, ability to perform under pressure
• Self-driven with the ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Attention to detail
• Spoken and written fluency in Dutch and English in word and writing.
• IT literacy and familiarity with Microsoft applications including Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, in addition to GIS mapping tools such as Google Earth
• Driving license and willingness to travel on a regular basis within The Netherlands

What we offer:
• Competitive compensation
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Holiday pay
• Company car
• 25 vacation days
• Hybrid working
• Fully subsidised pension plan
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Good balance of independence and teamwork

To apply, send an up-to-date CV and a motivation letter to careers@ampyrsolareurope.com

About us
AMPYR Solar Europe (ASE), is an independent solar developer and power producer (IPP), working across the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands. We are active in every part of the solar power lifecycle, including land acquisition, project development, construction and asset operations, as well as project financing and power sales.
Formed in 2021 through the merger of NaGa Solar with the existing Ampyr Energy UK solar joint venture between AGP Group and Hartree Partners, we have strong shareholder support and the financial backing to enable our growth plans.
It is an exciting time in the evolution of our business, and we are always looking for energetic, committed people to help us deliver our vision and help decarbonise the European electricity market.