Wind Project Developer, EDP

EDP

Location:
Germany, Munich ▼
Hamburg

Category:
Energy

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector, currently present in 28 markets, with a commitment to being all-green by 2030. The role involves leading the development of onshore wind projects in Germany and guiding them through the project's lifecycle, including prospecting, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and construction. This includes monitoring market intelligence, cross-functional coordination, and representing the company in institutional engagements.

Job Responsibility:

Manage the full project lifecycle from site identification to Ready to Build status
Support the construction activities until the Project is transferred to the Asset Operations Team
Identify and assess suitable locations for wind farm development
Negotiate land lease agreements with landowners
Coordinate with TSOs and DSOs to secure grid access
Oversee and coordinate technical and environmental studies, permitting processes, and stakeholder engagement
Identify and mitigate project risks (technical, regulatory, and financial)
Lead community outreach and stakeholder engagement to build local support and mitigate opposition
Ensure compliance with internal processes, timelines, and budget targets
Manage co-development agreements with partners
Build and maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and national authorities
Represent the company in permitting discussions and public consultations
Ensure transparent communication and alignment with regulatory bodies
Supervise and coordinate internal teams and external consultants
Ensure seamless collaborations across all projects’ phases
Monitor the German wind energy market, including competitors, regulatory changes, and emerging opportunities
Identify potential partnerships or acquisition targets
Contribute to the preparation of project budgets, inputs, and business cases
Monitor financial performance and support investment decisions aligned with Business Unit goals
Represent the Company in industry forms, fairs, and energy associations
Advocate for the company’s interests in public and private sector engagements.

Requirements:

University Degree in engineering, environmental sciences, or a related technical field
3-5 years of experience in onshore wind development in Germany
Deep understanding of the German wind energy market and permitting landscape
Strong project management and organizational skills
Proactive, autonomous, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience working with GIS
Navigate the German EEG auction system
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, international and cross-functional team
Native German
Fluent English (spoken and written)
Autonomous, adaptable and multi-skilled
Proactive and being able to prioritize workload
Ability to perform duties in a collaborative and multi-national working environment
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

Nice to have:

Experience working with GIS
Navigate the German EEG auction system
Ability to perform duties in a collaborative and multi-national working environment.

What we offer:

Positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration
Flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace
Range of attractive benefits
Opportunities for development and internal mobility
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 02, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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Wind Project Developer

EDP

Location:Germany, Munich ▼Hamburg

Category:Energy

Contract Type:Employment contract