Project Development Manager – BESS

Job Title:
Project Development Manager – BESS (Battery Energy Storage)

Location:
Montpellier or Lagnes, France (with regular national travel)

Who are we recruiting for?
A vibrant and forward-thinking renewable energy developer that is rapidly scaling across France. This award-winning team is leading the way in battery storage, blending creativity and technical strength to develop high-impact, sustainable energy projects. They are now looking for a motivated and assured Project Development Manager to join their mission and bring cutting-edge BESS solutions to life.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the identification and qualification of sites through environmental, urban, and grid analysis.

• Engaging with landowners, farmers, and local authorities to secure strategic land access.

• Managing the entire permitting process (ICPE, urban planning, zoning) with internal and external stakeholders.

• Structuring projects technically, legally, and financially to ensure smooth development.

• Overseeing all project milestones from origination to execution.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• Background in renewable energy project origination or development (BESS or solar).

• Experience with permitting, land negotiations, and feasibility analysis.

• Skilled in GIS tools (e.g., QGIS) and data-driven decision-making.

• Fluent in French with professional English proficiency.

• Brave, curious, and inspired by innovation and impact.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary with bonus and profit-sharing scheme.

• Permanent contract (CDI) with long-term growth prospects.

• A unique chance to join a small, tight-knit team with real autonomy.

• Strong company culture promoting personal and professional development.

• The opportunity to shape France’s energy transition in a meaningful way.

Who are we?
Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.