Senior Project Developer (Solar)
- Posted 04 March 2022
- LocationSydney
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Renewable Energy & Infrastructure
- ReferenceSPDS01
- Contact NameGeorge Lynch
Job description
Join a globally integrated renewables developer that specialises in the development, financing, EPC, O&M as well as asset management of solar power plants. With European origins my client has a portfolio that surpasses 1GWp worldwide and conducts business with over 50 countries globally. With a focus on project development your role will be responsible for taking hold of a portfolio of projects post origination of land and ensuring that projects progress to pre-construction aligned with schedule, cost, permits & approvals etc.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the overall delivery of solar farm projects through to investment case stage
- Engagement with the relevant authorities to progress environmental and planning approvals
- Provision of accurate and timely assessment of development issues, risks and opportunities
- Manage development issues as they emerge within projects with the appropriate stakeholders
- Maintain trusting and productive project landholder relationships from initiation through to construction handover
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders including local, state and federal government staff and local community representatives
The Ideal Candidate will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in either town and regional planning, environmental planning, commerce, business management, science or engineering
- 4+ years experience in the development of renewables projects (utility solar desired - can come from land or environment etc background)
- Understanding of the grid connection process as it relates to Australian renewable energy developments
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate successful project development outcomes with key government and non-government stakeholders
- Available to travel regularly to regional and interstate locations as required
- Valid Australian driver’s license