Director of Project Development

Job Title: Project Developer

Location: Madrid, Spain

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing commercial and technical asset management platform, backed by a leading global investment fund. With a strong presence in the European renewable energy sector, they specialize in optimizing the performance and value of clean energy portfolios across solar PV, energy storage, and hybrid systems. Their mission is to accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future by combining technical excellence with commercial insight.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Project Developer to lead the development of energy storage and hybrid projects in Spain. This role requires a professional capable of taking ownership of projects from inception through ready-to-build, managing stakeholders, technical requirements, and permitting processes. You will work closely with internal technical and investment teams to ensure successful delivery in line with the company’s strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead project development activities, including site identification, permitting, grid connection, and regulatory compliance.
• Support hybridization of existing PV assets with storage solutions.
• Engage with public authorities, technical advisors, landowners, and local communities.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and risk assessments for development projects.
• Provide technical and commercial input to internal stakeholders, including asset managers and investment teams.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise on strategy and compliance.

Your Profile

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Management, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in renewable energy project development in Spain, ideally with exposure to storage technologies.
• Proven track record of managing full lifecycle of renewable energy projects.
• Solid understanding of Spanish permitting processes and energy market regulations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English is essential.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a small but growing team environment.
• Flexibility to work remotely with occasional office presence.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Opportunity to build and scale a new team within a high-impact platform.
• Direct exposure to energy storage projects and hybrid systems.
• Autonomy and leadership in a role with high growth potential.
• A collaborative environment committed to innovation and sustainability.

About Us

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy focused on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We contribute 1% of our profits to Renewable World, a charity providing clean energy access to underserved communities, aligning with our vision for a more sustainable world.