Project Development Manager - Thermal & Solar Projects
Project Development Manager - Thermal & Solar Projects
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Job Description
Job Summary: The Project Development Manager will be responsible for leading coordinating and executing the development of thermal and solar energy projects from concept to financial close. The role requires a blend of technical commercial and regulatory expertise to ensure projects are developed efficiently competitively and in compliance with environmental permitting and grid requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Identification & Feasibility
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Identify assess and evaluate potential thermal and solar project sites.
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Conduct feasibility studies including resource assessments site surveys permitting requirements and grid interconnection options.
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Prepare and manage project development budgets timelines and risk assessments.
2. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement
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Lead permitting and licensing processes with government agencies regulators and local government units.
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Engage with landowners communities and other stakeholders to secure land rights social acceptability and project approvals.
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Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
3. Project Structuring & Commercial Development
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Support financial modeling and project structuring in coordination with finance teams.
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Negotiate and manage project agreements including Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) EPC contracts O&M agreements and joint development agreements.
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Work closely with internal legal finance and technical teams to secure investment approvals.
4. Project Management & Coordination
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Develop and monitor project schedules ensuring milestones are met from development through pre-construction.
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Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering permitting legal finance) to drive project success.
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Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management.
5. Market & Industry Intelligence
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Monitor energy policies regulatory developments and market trends in the power sector (thermal & renewables).
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Identify risks opportunities and competitive landscape for project development.
Qualifications
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Bachelors degree in Engineering Energy Management Environmental Science Business or related field. Masters degree is an advantage.
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At least 510 years of experience in project development within the power/energy sector (thermal solar or other renewables).
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Strong knowledge of power project permitting regulatory frameworks and energy markets.
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Proven track record in managing project development from concept to financial close.
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Experience in land acquisition permitting stakeholder management and contract negotiations.
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Strong financial acumen and familiarity with project finance models.
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Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Key Competencies
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Strategic thinking & problem-solving
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Strong project management discipline
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Negotiation & stakeholder relationship management
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Knowledge of energy regulations & environmental compliance
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Team collaboration and leadership
Employment Type
Full Time
