Head of Project Development, Solar

We offer you  
Fortum Wind & Solar is embarking on an exciting growth journey. The greatest challenge of our time awaits you. To drive the change for a cleaner world, we need to reshape the energy system and we want you to be part of it. To reach our goals, we embrace a culture of openness, with mutual trust, believing in people, and taking care of everyone's wellbeing, we can reach even better results. Flexibility is the new normal and we apply a hybrid way of working wherever possible. 

You will have first row seats to the renewables market and its dynamics through the vantage point of one of the largest energy companies in the Nordics. You will be a part of a tightly linked team and unit, that values a safe and friendly working environment, where wellbeing is emphasized. You will have the possibility to challenge yourself, to develop and learn new skills and expertise by collaborating with top experts while also bringing your own experience to the table, and to form personal connections with wonderful people. 

More information about our culture and benefits can be found here.

Interested? 
Submit your application latest on 1st of March. We start contacting suitable candidates already during the application period. If you have questions and would like to hear more about the position, please contact Hiring Manager Karl-Johan Hellblom at karl-johan.hellblom@fortum.com or Recruitment Partner Lisa Kylberg at lisa.kylberg@partners.fortum.com.  

Contact details to union representatives can be found on the bottom of this page.

Seize the opportunity to join a rapidly growing business and take on a position with great responsibility and possibility to influence further growth – both ours and yours. We are now looking for a Head of Project Development within Solar to our business in Sweden.  

Fortum’s Wind and Solar business area is responsible for the development of wind and solar business. Our aim is to grow especially in our home market where conditions for solar power are excellent. Wind and solar power play a crucial role in decarbonization of our societies. 

The location for this position is flexible and can be in any region of Sweden. We have offices for example in Stockholm, Östersund, Göteborg, Karlstad and Malmö. 

About the role 
As Head of Development for our Solar Project Development department, you will lead and oversee all aspects of our solar power projects, from concept to realization. You will work closely with our technical team, external partners and government agencies to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. The role will also involve you in the development of hybrid projects where we combine wind, solar, battery energy storage (BESS) and other renewable energy sources. 

In the role as Head of Development, the following is part of your key responsibilities:  
Lead and develop the solar project development team 

Develop and implement project development strategies 

Ensure that all projects comply with applicable laws and regulations 

Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, suppliers and local communities 

Monitor project budgets and schedules 

Identify and manage risks and resolve any issues that arise during the course of projects. 


The Fortum organization has key experts in each area of Wind and Solar (engineering, construction, operation), as well as more business-related experts (procurement, offtake, and strategy) to support you in your work.  

You will be reporting to the Head of Development Sweden. 

About you 
To be successful in the role as Head of Development, we see that you bring the following competences:  
A university degree in a relevant field, such as engineering, economics, or business administration 

Several years of experience in project management in solar power or other renewable energy 

Proven experience in leading and developing teams 

Strong understanding of technical, financial and regulatory aspects of solar energy projects 

Excellent communication and leadership skills together with strong negotiating skills  

Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure 

Strong understanding in wind power business  

Fluency in Swedish and English is essential