ENVIRONMENT AND PERMITTING PROJECT MANAGER (F/M/D) | IGNITIS RENEWABLES

You will contribute to green and secure energy ecosystem creation by:

• Managing the process, parties involved and related issues: environmental impact assessments, territory planning, environmental due diligence, site evaluation and etc.
• Keeping close communication with the development, construction, operations and engineering teams to create an environmental permitting and operation strategy which ensures all current and future projects adhere to permitting regulations and legislation in Latvia market
• Collaborating with local authorities and communities to ensure that developed objects fulfill the required permitting processes successfully
• Serving as the primary point of contact both internally and externally in relation to environment
• Translating complex problems into easily understandable tasks and tangible actions
• Delivering specialist training and development across the business which meets Company vision and helps drive a culture of behavioral change
• Liaising with the appropriate statutory bodies on behalf of the Company and its customers to ensure that regulatory requirements are met.

Required for this position:

• Bachelor or higher degree in environmental management sciences, engineering or relevant field
• 2+ years of experience working the above-described area of responsibilities 
• In-depth knowledge of Latvia environmental and territory planning regulatory requirements
• Experience of site-based audit, preparation of Environmental impact assessment documentation or other environmental documents. Experience in renewable energy area would be considered as an advantage
• Great communication and negotiation skills. Attitude to solve problems quickly with advanced conflict resolution skills
• Ability to take strategic views of environmental sustainability requirements for the business 
• IT literacy knowledge – MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)
• Proficiency in English and Latvian language.

In return for creating a more sustainable future, we promise:

• To take part in an unfolding energy transformation process to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for both current and future generations
• International team that is working on dynamic renewable energy projects
• A hybrid work model (3+2) and flexible working hours
• Extensive learning and qualification enhancement programs
• Attention to physical and emotional health: wellness mentor initiatives and psychological support etc. 
• Additional paid days for health improvement, short-term illness, volunteering, and accumulated work experience.

Join a growing and increasingly international team of energy smart people united by a common purpose. We all play our part in creating a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

As we pursue our strategic goals to increase gender balance in Ignitis Group, we are indicating “f/m/d” next to job titles, meaning we welcome candidates of all genders – female, male or diverse.

Ignitis Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability or other personal traits unrelated to work obligations.

About us

Do you want to contribute to projects that are changing the future of green energy generation across the Baltics? Ignitis Renewables is a part of Ignitis Group – a renewables-focused integrated utility. Our purpose is to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

Ignitis Renewables focuses on developing green generation and green flexibility technologies. By developing onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery and power-to-X technologies, the company is implementing Ignitis Group’s strategic priority to deliver 4–5 GW of installed green capacities by 2030.

www.ignitisrenewables.com