Storage Development Project Manager

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About The Role

An exciting opportunity for a motivated and analytical professional to join a growing team in the battery energy storage space. This role involves end-to-end development of BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) projects across France, from site identification to regulatory approvals and stakeholder engagement.

About The Role

An exciting opportunity for a motivated and analytical professional to join a growing team in the battery energy storage space. This role involves end-to-end development of BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) projects across France, from site identification to regulatory approvals and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify project sites through mapping, urban planning, environmental and network analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies using internal evaluation tools and methodologies.
• Engage with landowners, farmers, local authorities, and stakeholders to secure land agreements.
• Contribute to project design, sizing, and site planning in coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• Manage the full permitting process including environmental assessments, agricultural studies, and building/ICPE applications.
• Anticipate and mitigate regulatory risks including zoning, easements, and appeals.
• Participate in legal and financial structuring of projects.
• Oversee project timelines, documentation, and cross-functional coordination throughout the development lifecycle.
  
  

• Degree from an engineering or business school (or equivalent) with relevant professional experience, ideally in renewable energy development.
• Prior experience in energy storage or solar project development is an asset.
• Understanding of the electricity sector and regulatory environment.
• Strong skills in territorial analysis (urban planning, environmental constraints, grid access, etc.).
• Proficiency in GIS tools such as QGIS; interest in data analysis and automation is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Fluent in French with professional proficiency in English.
• B-category driving license required.
• Open to travel
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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