About Us:
Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy - fast. We're combining first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system. We've raised more than $210M from top-tier investors including Multicoin, Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, Box Group and strategic angels like Nico Rosberg, the co-founder of Solana and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify and Uber.
We’re creating a fully integrated energy company: from developing solar, wind and hydrogen projects to real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass on savings to customers.
Purpose:
As a key member of the Development team, the Project Development Lead NI/ROI will be responsible for:
- Identifying, analyzing, and securing new energy prospects, including Data Centres, BESS, wind, rooftop, carport, and ground-mounted installations.
- Managing the local commercial network to facilitate site acquisitions and project development.
- Collaborating with the Finance, GIS, and engineering teams to assess feasibility and optimize project design.
- Overseeing the permitting process for solar projects from inception through to construction readiness, ensuring compliance with regulatory and grid connection requirements.
- Engaging with the finance department and your clients to structure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and other financial models.
- Leading the acquisition process from initial opportunity identification through to transaction completion and successful handover into the project development and delivery teams.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project and business development within the renewables and power sector, with a proven track record of identifying and securing projects across the Island of Ireland.
This position reports to the Head of Projects.
Requirements
Stakeholder Engagement & Market Development
- Establishing, developing, and maintaining a strong local network with key stakeholders, including local authorities, landowners, industrial clients, business providers, and regional administrations.
- Identifying and implementing new prospecting methods and strategies to secure renewables energy opportunities.
- Engaging with commercial and industrial clients to structure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and respond to tenders.
Project Acquisition
- Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with developers, IPPs, utilities, advisors, and landowners to identify acquisition opportunities.
- Identifying, sourcing, and securing late-stage and Ready-to-Build (RTB) renewable energy projects through proactive market engagement.
- Leading commercial negotiations, including NDAs, NBOs, LOIs, Exclusivity Agreements, and acquisition terms through to transaction completion.
- Assessing project opportunities, coordinating due diligence, and working with internal teams to support investment decisions.
- Monitoring market activity and maintaining a robust acquisition pipeline aligned with the company's growth strategy.
Site Identification & Feasibility Analysis
- Identify and assess new energy opportunities (data centres, wind, BESS, rooftop, carport, ground-mounted, floating, and hybrid solar solutions) through cartographic studies and data analysis.
- Conducting technical, environmental, and regulatory feasibility studies, coordinating local consultations with residents, landowners, and authorities.
- Securing land or lease agreements for selected sites.
Project Development & Permitting
- Managing the entire development lifecycle of projects, from site selection to permitting and pre-construction.
- Liaising with spatial planners, technical and environmental consultants, and legal experts to prepare and submit all necessary permitting applications.
- Leading and coordinating with local authorities, grid operators, suppliers, and consultants to ensure timely project approvals.
Pre-Construction & Tender Management
- Preparing response files for project tenders from local authorities and industrial companies.
- Managing pre-construction tasks, including risk assessments, procurement tender preparation, and supporting EPC contract negotiations.
- Drafting and reviewing technical and commercial appendices for contracts and project agreements.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise:
- Bachelors level with a specialization in power, renewable energy, agronomy, environmental studies, or project management. We are of course open to work experienced candidates as well.
- 3/5 years of professional experience in a development role, with a successful track record in project development.
- Highly motivated to work in a multifaceted environment, you are organized, open-minded, and autonomous. You are capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal skills with all types of stakeholders, excellent verbal and written communication.
- Solid analytical skills, strong adaptability, and efficiency.
- Knowledge of the Irish renewable sector is a plus, as well as understanding the functioning of local authorities and/or administrations in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
- A valid driver's license (more than 1 year) is essential (travel required).