Project Development Senior Associate

ABOUT ZENOBE

Zenobē is a specialist in electric vehicle fleets and grid-connected battery storage, headquartered in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in 2017 and now employs over 300 people with diverse expertise in electrical engineering, software development, computer science, and finance.

Zenobē is the leading owner and operator of grid-connected battery storage in the UK transmission network and has 2.5 GWh of contracted battery storage projects. The company is currently expanding into North America and Germany. In the UK, Zenobē has an operational capacity of 731 MW, with a further 568 MW currently under construction.

Zenobē holds a market share of around 25% in the UK electric bus market and supports more than 3,400 electric vehicles across 120 depots worldwide. The company is the largest owner and operator of electric buses in the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded Project Development Senior Associate to join our growing Network Infrastructure team in Munich.

You will play an important role in developing Zenobē's pipeline of utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) across Germany, supporting projects from early-stage site identification through grid connection, permitting and ultimately Ready-to-Build (RTB) status.

Working closely with experienced Project Development Managers, as well as our Engineering, Legal, Commercial and Investment teams, you will help coordinate the technical, regulatory and commercial aspects of project development.

The role offers significant exposure to complex energy infrastructure projects, direct interaction with external stakeholders and the opportunity to take increasing ownership of individual development workstreams.

You will be joining an entrepreneurial and fast-growing team, contributing directly to Zenobē's ambition to deliver 1 GW / 4 GWh of battery storage projects in Germany by 2030.

A TASTE OF THE DAY TO DAY

• Support the development of transmission-connected battery energy storage projects from initial site identification through to Ready-to-Build status.

• Identify and assess potential development sites, considering land availability, grid connection opportunities, planning constraints and commercial viability.

• Support the review of site layouts and infrastructure requirements, working with external engineering and planning consultants.

• Support grid connection applications and coordinate with transmission and distribution system operators (TSOs and DSOs), external engineers and technical consultants.

• Assist with land acquisition activities, including discussions with landowners, land agents and legal advisers to secure land rights for battery storage sites and cable routes.

• Coordinate environmental assessments, planning applications and permitting processes in collaboration with external consultants and local authorities.

• Manage defined project development workstreams independently, ensuring that milestones, deliverables and deadlines are met.

• Maintain project documentation, development budgets, schedules and risk registers, providing regular progress updates to the wider team.

• Support the evaluation and due diligence of external project acquisition opportunities.

• Work closely with internal Engineering, Legal, Procurement and Commercial teams to progress projects towards investment readiness.

• Build and maintain relationships with project stakeholders, including landowners, network operators, local authorities and development partners.

Health and Safety

• Actively contribute to Zenobe's commitment to health and safety, wellbeing and sustainability by; integrating these principles into daily responsibilities, ensuring a safe and supportive work environment, promoting both the physical and mental health of self and colleagues, and adopting sustainable and energy-efficient practices to minimize environmental impact. By doing so, each employee at Zenobe plays a vital role in fostering a culture that prioritises overall safety, holistic wellbeing, environmental sustainability in our business operations.

A BIT ABOUT YOU

A job with Zenobē means joining one of the fastest-growing companies in the energy storage sector, gaining hands-on experience in large-scale infrastructure development and working alongside experienced professionals across our international business.

We are looking for someone who combines strong analytical and organisational skills with a good technical understanding, commercial curiosity and a genuine interest in the energy transition.

Essential competencies:

• Bachelor's or master's degree, preferably in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, energy engineering or a related field. Other relevant academic backgrounds with a good technical understanding are equally welcome.

• Ideally 1–3 years of relevant experience in project development, renewable energy, infrastructure, engineering or a related sector. Relevant internships or practical experience gained during studies are also welcome.

• Basic understanding of infrastructure development and the ability to interpret site plans and identify practical development constraints.

• Strong organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Analytical and commercially minded, with a structured approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

• Confident communication skills and the ability to engage professionally with external stakeholders.

• Proactive, hands-on attitude and willingness to take responsibility in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken.

• Willingness to travel within Germany for project meetings and site visits.

Desirable experience:

• Initial exposure to planning, permitting or infrastructure development through studies, internships or professional experience.

• Familiarity with technical drawings, site layouts or CAD software.

• Previous exposure to utility-scale renewable energy, grid infrastructure or battery storage project development.

• Basic understanding of German planning and permitting regulations, land rights or grid connection procedures.

• Experience working with landowners, authorities, network operators or external engineering consultants.

We recognise that candidates may not meet every requirement. If you are enthusiastic about the role and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply.

WORKING AT ZENOBE

We’re passionate about sustainability and are proud to offer Team Zenobē a pioneering and collaborative working environment. We encourage our people to take ownership of their career progression and celebrate those that can think outside the box.

If you’d like to join our community of likeminded people hit the apply button now, we’d love to hear from you!

WHAT WE OFFER

Charge your career at Zenobē and receive

• Up to 33% annual bonus for being awesome

• 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays

• €1,500 training budget per year, to ensure you grow as we do

• Plus more

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Pay rates are reviewed annually using a combination of external market benchmarking and internal data to ensure they are competitive, fair, and compliant with pay transparency legislation. Market data is sourced from platforms such as LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and industry salary reports, alongside internal insights including historical recruitment trends and candidate expectations.

In addition to market data, salary ranges are determined using objective, role-related criteria. These include the skills required for the role, the level of effort and complexity involved, the degree of responsibility and accountability, and the working conditions associated with the position. Where relevant, educational background, professional qualifications, and training requirements are also considered.

Roles are evaluated using a structured job levelling framework to ensure consistency in how positions are assessed across the organisation. This framework supports fair and consistent pay decisions but does not, in itself, determine salary ranges.