ASEAN Energy Storage Project Developer

KOS International Talent Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KOS International Talent Group seeks an experienced project developer to drive renewable storage initiatives across Southeast Asia. You will own the full development workflow, from site selection and land control to grid connection applications and environmental approvals, coordinating with cross‑functional teams.

You will lead land acquisitions, manage permitting across national and local authorities, and oversee tender submissions, bid strategy and post‑award negotiations, working closely with

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in the power or renewable energy sector, covering project development, technical delivery, project M&A, or engineering/project management.
• Demonstrable track record developing utility-scale renewable or storage projects in one or more Southeast Asian markets (Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore).
• Experience taking projects from origination through RtB; RtB to FID and COD, is a strong advantage.
• Direct experience of government tender/auction submission, PPA negotiation with a state utility or single buyer, or corporate PPA origination with industrial or data centre offtakers.

Responsibilities

• Own the full development workflow: site selection, land control, grid connection application, permitting and environmental approvals, technical studies, and coordination of local resources and consultants.
• Lead land acquisition — direct landowner and lessor negotiations, engagement of local land agents, and navigation of title, zoning and land-use conversion requirements.
• Manage grid connection processes with national utilities, system operators and regulators, working alongside internal technical teams and external consultants.
• Lead permitting and approvals across national, state/provincial and local authority levels, including environmental impact assessment and public consultation processes.
• Prepare and lead competitive tender and auction submissions — bid strategy, consortium formation, technical and commercial packages, bid bonds, and post-award negotiation.
• Provide inputs into the financial model and support due diligence, investment committee papers and lender engagement through to Financial Close.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Commercial judgement

Integrity & compliance

Job description

KOS International Talent Group seeks an experienced project developer to drive renewable storage initiatives across Southeast Asia. You will own the full development workflow, from site selection and land control to grid connection applications and environmental approvals, coordinating with cross‑functional teams.

You will lead land acquisitions, manage permitting across national and local authorities, and oversee tender submissions, bid strategy and post‑award negotiations, working closely with