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One key goal of the 2040 strategy is the de-carbonisation Of Our existing generation assets. Key to this goal is development and delivery Of ESB's GB renewables portfolio, currently over 4GW of onshore and offshore wind developments.\nESB Asset Development is seeking applications for the role Of Project Manager, Onshore Wind & Renewables, to be based in Our Glasgow office. This is a broad-ranging and dynamic role. The successful applicant will be primarily responsible for the early phase development of onshore wind projects, and potentially other renewable technologies such as battery and solar, in Great Britain, with the main focus on Scotland. The role will entail working to deliver construction- ready projects both within ESB's project delivery team, and in collaboration with our external development partners. Co-ordination of multi-disciplinary teams both internal and external to deliver planning consents will be a key feature of the role.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead the project development of renewable projects from initiation Of Concept Phase through to Development Phase, taking guidance from the Project Director\nLead development of business case and internal board approvals\nLead landowner negotiations, as well as all other required development agreements\nLead delivery Of Environmental Impact Assessment Reports (EIAR), and planning application preparation\nExternal Stakeholder management with key bodies e.g. Energy Consents Unit, local authorities, community groups, public exhibitions and landowners\nSelect and manage contracts with third-party development partners and providers of technical services\nRegular management reporting and budgetary management\nImplementation of Health & Safety policies and procedures\nExperience and Qualifications\nEssential\nAt least 5 years relevant experience with specific experience of leading delivery of EIA development applications\nExcellent knowledge of both S36 and TCPA systems, relevant policy and appeals process in Great Britain, with a focus on Scotland\nKnowledge and experience of Project Management practice for wind farm development\nKnowledge and experience of the onshore renewables industry in Great Britain\nStrong stakeholder engagement and management skills\nExcellent interpersonal skills\nGood understanding of development land rights, option and lease arrangements\nKnowledge of grid connection requirements\nGood knowledge of MS Office software suite\nFull clean UK driving licence.\nQualifications\n3rd level qualification, SCQF Level 9 or equivalent (Engineering, Construction, Architectural, Ecology, Surveying, Geography or Planning related discipline desirable) or equivalent work experience is required.\nLocation\nThe is a role hybrid role, working both from home and ESB office. The successful candidate will be based at the ESB office in Glasgow and will be expected to travel within Great Britain as required, such as for field work and meetings. Travel to ESB Head Office Dublin will also be required from time-to-time.\nSmart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.\nReporting To\nCountry Manager Scotland, Asset Development, Generation & Trading.\nWhy Work with Us?\nCareer development through mentoring and training\nCorporate Social Responsibility Opportunities\nNetworking opportunities\nGenerous Pension\nAccess to staff well-being programmes\nGenerous parental leave entitlements\nStrong values-based and inclusive culture\nStrong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion\nGreat team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted\nSalary\n£46,322 - £57,902 Per annum\nClosing Date\n5th November 2026\nInterview\nCandidates who are shortlisted for interview will complete a Behavioural Interview based on each of the following Behaviours, which underpin how we work at ESB and are critical to delivering our strategy:\nAccountable and Ethical\nCollaborative\nGrowing and 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