
Salvador Pérez Albiar
Manager - Renewable Energy (Spain & LATAM)
Renewable Energy
Development Director Iberia
Madrid
Spain
Permanent
€100000 - €150000 per annum, Benefits: Bonus
Job Title: Development Director - Iberia (Distributed Generation - Renewable Energy)
Location: Madrid, Spain / Lisbon, Portugal
Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and commercially driven Development Director to oversee and grow a plethora of distributed energy assets BTW, ranging from Ground mounted Solar and BESS to C&I PV systems across Iberia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in renewable energy, with a strong background in solar development. This role requires a hands-on leader who can effectively drive on-the-ground developers, manage project delivery, and navigate multi-party engagements, particularly in grid, planning, and customer contracting. Key Responsibilities:
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Location: Madrid, Spain / Lisbon, Portugal
Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly experienced and commercially driven Development Director to oversee and grow a plethora of distributed energy assets BTW, ranging from Ground mounted Solar and BESS to C&I PV systems across Iberia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in renewable energy, with a strong background in solar development. This role requires a hands-on leader who can effectively drive on-the-ground developers, manage project delivery, and navigate multi-party engagements, particularly in grid, planning, and customer contracting. Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of distributed generation Solar and BESS projects across Iberia.
- Provide strategic oversight on project delivery, identifying and mitigating risks in development, design, and execution phases.
- Drive and support developers on the ground, ensuring accountability and effective project management.
- Engage with grid operators, planning authorities, and corporate customers to facilitate project development.
- Work closely with the London-based back office for operational and financial support.
- Collaborate with major infrastructure investors and asset owners to align project goals and investment strategies.
- Build and lead a high-performing team in Iberia, as necessary.
- Experience: 10 years in renewable energy, primarily solar, with a significant portion of that time spent in Iberia.
- Technical & Commercial Acumen: Strong development and technical experience, beyond pure financial expertise.
- Project Oversight: Proven ability to manage complex solar developments, including grid, planning, and multi-stakeholder engagement.
- Leadership: Experience leading teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with the ability to drive performance and accountability.
- Industry Background: Experience in an Independent Power Producer (IPP), a sophisticated developer, or a fund in a lead development/technical role.
- Language Skills: Fluent in English; Spanish and/or Portuguese proficiency required (ideally native but not essential).
- Location: Based in Madrid or Lisbon, with travel across Iberia as needed.
- Depending on performance and business needs, this position could evolve into a Managing Director role for Iberia.
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