Renewables Developer - #2082450

Location: Greenock / Edinburgh

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Forsa Energy (“Forsa”) is a leading independent power producer established in 2011. The company has a strong track record in developing, constructing, owning, and operating energy assets across Europe. Under the former names Velocita Energy Developments and 2020 Renewables, Forsa developed a portfolio exceeding 1.4 GW and successfully financed and constructed approximately 230 MW of wind projects.

Following strategic divestments in 2017, the company rebranded as Forsa Energy and broadened its focus beyond onshore wind. Since then, Forsa has built a significant flexible generation business, developing, financing, and delivering twelve operational reserve‑gas sites totalling c.300 MW.

Forsa is now entering a new phase of growth, building a diversified portfolio of renewable generation assets. This strategy focuses on:

· Acquisition of operational wind and solar projects

· Acquisition and construction of ready‑to‑build (RtB) projects

· Development of new greenfield opportunities

The business plan targets a portfolio of 600 MW of wind and 1.5 GW of solar generation capacity. Forsa has also established both an in‑house trading function and an operations & maintenance division to support owned and third‑party assets.

Given this continued growth, Forsa is seeking an experienced Renewables Developer to progress renewable energy projects through the development life cycle.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Renewables Developer role will manage the development phase of wind and/or solar assets within Forsa’s portfolio. This role will include coordination of land, planning, grid and technical workstreams across the full project life cycle; from origination and acquisition, through development, to achieving shovel ready status. Projects will include both greenfield and repowering opportunities throughout the UK.

The role will be based either in Forsa's Edinburgh or Greenock offices.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Negotiate and secure landowner agreements required for project development including main site, cable, access and other associated agreements.

· Incorporate technical design measures into consentable designs, including yield analysis.

· Secure planning permissions & manage EIAs for greenfield and repowering projects, working closely with external consultants, local authorities, and key stakeholders.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, communities, statutory consultees, and other project stakeholders.

· Develop project grid connection strategies, coordinating with internal grid specialists.

· De-risk ready-to-build projects through a considered and well managed pre-construction phase, including managing discharge of conditions, pre-construction licensing, procurement and supporting the in-house delivery team.

· Take responsibility for budgets and cost control across individual projects.

· Support project valuation, investment decision-making, and acquisition assessments through commercial and technical due diligence.

· Develop and manage detailed project programmes and timelines, ensuring milestones are achieved and risks are proactively managed and reported.

· Manage inputs to financial modelling, working closely with in-house analysts.

· Carry out land and planning due diligence on acquisition opportunities.

· Preparation of investment papers for development budgets.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have strong experience of progressing renewable energy projects within UK markets, including taking projects from inception to pre-construction. They will be flexible and able to adapt to working in a dynamic, fast-growing environment, adept at forming close and efficient working relations with the existing team. The successful candidate will be proactive, commercially aware, and comfortable operating within a fast-paced environment. They will demonstrate strong project ownership, sound judgement, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

· Professional qualification in Engineering discipline or Planning/Environmental Qualification.

· Strong understanding of UK planning systems (Scotland & England), grid processes, and development lifecycle, including a demonstrable track record of securing and consenting renewable energy projects across the UK.

· Experience of progressing wind and/or solar projects from inception to pre-construction.

· Proven track record of working on complex projects and managing risks.

· Commercial awareness including experience of preparing investment cases.

· Ability to make recommendations and decisions incorporating planning, technical, and commercial considerations.

· Clean Driver’s license with own car.

· Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

BENEFITS:

· Hybrid Working,

· 9-Day Fortnight,

· Private Medical Insurance,

· Pension Scheme (employer 10% contribution, employee 5%),

· Free parking at Greenock,

· Positive working environment,

· Discretionary annual bonus