Project Developer - Solar & BESS

Phillip Riley; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillip Riley is seeking a Project Developer for an established energy developer in Australia. You will coordinate project schedules, manage consultants and stakeholders, and push wind, solar and BESS projects from development through to FID.

You'll work with a team of experienced development and technical professionals, coordinating planning, environmental and engineering activities, and assisting with reporting and commercial assessments.

Qualifications

• Experience in project coordination, planning or environmental services.
• Strong organisation and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Clear communication with landowners, communities and authorities.
• Experience in energy infrastructure project development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, risks and milestones.
• Manage external consultants and contractors to keep workstreams on track.
• Coordinate planning, environmental, engineering and technical activities.
• Support engagement with landowners, communities, authorities and other stakeholders.
• Work with internal teams to resolve issues and progress project objectives.
• Assist with project reporting, commercial assessments and decision-making.
• Help prepare projects for construction and delivery stages.
• Monitor progress and identify risks to deliverables.

Skills

Project coordination

Planning

Stakeholder management

Engineering background

Environmental services exposure

Education

Tertiary qualification in engineering/planning/environmental science

Job description

An established energy developer is expanding its project development team and seeking a Project Developer to help progress a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects.

Working alongside experienced development and technical professionals, you'll coordinate project activities, manage consultants and stakeholders, and help move projects through planning, approvals and towards construction.

This is an opportunity for someone with a foundation in project management, planning, engineering or environmental services who wants to build their experience in energy infrastructure.

• Make an impact across Australia's energy transition.
• Join a growing team with opportunities to develop your career
• Progress wind, solar and BESS projects from development through to FID

What You'll Be Doing

• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, risks and key milestones.
• Manage external consultants and contractors to keep workstreams on track.
• Coordinate planning, environmental, engineering and technical activities.
• Support engagement with landowners, communities, authorities and other stakeholders.
• Work with internal teams to resolve issues and progress project objectives.
• Assist with project reporting, commercial assessments and decision-making.
• Help prepare projects for construction and subsequent delivery stages.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and follow through on actions and deliverables.

What You'll Bring

• Around 3–5 years' relevant experience in project coordination, project development, planning, engineering or a related field.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with different stakeholders.
• A proactive, accountable approach and willingness to take ownership of your work.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, planning, environmental science, law or a related discipline.
• A current driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally for project requirements.

Experience in energy, infrastructure, planning, engineering or project development will be highly regarded.

We're looking for someone with genuine project managment experience who is keen to learn and develop. This is not a role for someone looking to move into project management without relevant experience.

Why Consider This Role

• Meaningful work: Contribute to energy infrastructure projects supporting Australia's energy transition.
• Hands-on experience: Build your skills across multiple project development workstreams.
• Career development: Learn from experienced professionals across technical and commercial disciplines.
• Competitive remuneration: $120,000–$160,000 + super, depending on experience.