Project Developer BESS, PV
Uniper
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Düsseldorf • 🇩🇪 Germany
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Bring BESS projects to construction-ready status in collaboration with colleagues
- Manage permitting procedures under the Building Code (BauGB) and coordinate external planners, expert reviewers, authorities, and stakeholders
- Negotiate with landowners and secure sites through lease or purchase agreements
- Review land registers and entries to ensure the legal security of projects
- Monitor deadlines and ensure comprehensive project documentation
- Assess new sites for planning law compliance and the feasibility of obtaining permits
- Prepare presentations and conduct contract negotiations with project stakeholders
Requirements
- Several years of experience in project development — ideally in renewable energy, real estate, or infrastructure
- Good knowledge of building law (BauGB) and experience with permitting procedures at the municipal level
- Completed vocational training or a degree with a focus in economics, engineering/technical fields, planning, law, or geography, or an equivalent qualification
- Several years of relevant professional experience in project development for photovoltaics, wind energy, or storage systems
- Ability to work in a structured, independent, and results-oriented manner
- Confident and professional presence with strong negotiation skills
- Valid Class B driving license (or equivalent) and willingness to travel occasionally for business
- Ability to work effectively in a large, multicultural company
- Fluent German (for communication with authorities) and strong English skills (negotiation-level)
Benefits
- Attractive salary
- Excellent retirement benefits
- Health and wellness programs
- Supportive, appreciative working culture
- Freedom to develop creative ideas
- Mobility packages
- Equipment for home office or local offices
- Regular training and workshops
- Lifelong learning and continuous development
- Support for work-life balance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
project developmentpermitting proceduresbuilding lawcontract negotiationssite assessmentproject documentationfeasibility analysispresentation preparationland register reviewlease agreements
Soft skills
structured workindependent workresults-orientednegotiation skillsprofessional presencemulticultural teamworkcommunication skills
Certifications
valid Class B driving license