Solar Project Development Manager (Greenfield to Ops)

ib vogt GmbH; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

International team environment

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

ib vogt GmbH in the Philippines is seeking a skilled Project Development Manager to lead solar, solar+storage, and energy storage projects from Greenfield to Operation. You will coordinate across Engineering, Finance, Legal, and local communities to ensure project success.

The role requires experience in large-scale renewable energy projects, strong contract management, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. A competitive package is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in large-scale solar or comparable projects.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project.
• Understanding of structures of large-scale renewable energy projects.
• Detail-oriented with contract management skills.
• Self-driven and able to work flexibly with culturally diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with land documentation in the Philippines and land rights due diligence.
• Experience managing multi-stakeholder projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage project development from Greenfield to Operation to international standards.
• Lead ongoing projects in the Philippines in collaboration with the Market Head & Regional Director.
• Manage budgets, milestones, schedules, and deliverables for assigned development projects.
• Review project agreements such as PPAs, Interconnection, land leases, JV agreements, and other contracts.
• Interface with Engineering, Project, Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams.
• Work with finance during feasibility analysis and debt/tax equity financing processes.
• Engage local communities for project support.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and consultants to maintain timelines and budgets.
• Secure permits and ensure environmental compliance throughout development, construction, and operation.
• Manage development contracts and due diligence with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

Job description

ib vogt GmbH in the Philippines is seeking a skilled Project Development Manager to lead solar, solar+storage, and energy storage projects from Greenfield to Operation. You will coordinate across Engineering, Finance, Legal, and local communities to ensure project success.

The role requires experience in large-scale renewable energy projects, strong contract management, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. A competitive package is offered.