Project Developer

Vopak Netherlands; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Developer to drive medium and large-scale growth projects focusing on energy security and transition. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with diverse stakeholders while managing project development from inception to implementation. You'll be pivotal in shaping business opportunities and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Join a company that values equality, diversity, and professional growth, and make a significant impact in the energy sector. If you are ready to contribute your expertise and vision, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account Options

Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off and Sick Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Accident Insurance

Legal Plan

Qualifications

• 7 years' experience in terminal or related industries.
• Experience in project engineering and management roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scope, business case, and internal requests.
• Coordinate project development with various stakeholders.
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Analysis

Market Assessment

Contract Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics

Master’s in Business Administration

Job description

Start your career as a Project Developer at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality, diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact? Improve the world and start as a Project Developer at Vopak.

What will you do as a Project Developer?

This position is necessary to develop medium and large scale growth projects in accordance with the Vopak Project Management (VPM) standard. This role involves identifying business opportunities, managing project development from early stages through implementation, and coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders.

What do we offer you?

• Various flexible and hybrid work schedules.

• Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and

• knowledge.

• Career development and growth opportunities.

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account Options

• Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance

• 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan

• Paid Holidays (Fixed and floating)

• Paid Time Off and Sick Days

• Additional Benefits:

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Accident Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • Critical Illness Insurance

  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance

  • Legal Plan

  • ID Theft Insurance

  • Universal Life

What do we expect from you as a Project Developer?

• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) as required by the Maritime Transportation Security Act.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics or a related field.

• A Master’s in Business Administration is a plus.

• 7 years’ experience in the independent terminal industry, or in related industries such as petroleum, gas, chemicals, fuels and renewables

• Project engineering, project management or other project support roles

• Experience in commercial roles with direct customer engagement

• 5+ years of successful project development/investment experience in infrastructure or oil & gas projects.

• Experience managing multi-discipline engineering projects where complex interface management might be required.

• Understanding of system design and engineering standards

What does your day look like?

Your core responsibilities are:

• Developing initial project scope, business case and prepare internal project requests

• Project coordination, market assessment, product flows, site selection and economic analysis

• Prepare preliminary, strategic and final investment proposals and obtain internal stakeholder agreement at Vopak Project Management (VPM) defined stage gates

• Develop customer agreements and manage customer relationships

• Support the development of detailed engineering design, including specification, standards, technology concepts, equipment and materials, operating parameters, IT, utilities, and interfaces.

• Apply VPM standards and ensure compliance with internal, local, and national regulations.

• Manage scope changes, project documentation, and reporting.

• Develop and manage contracts, including various contracting strategies (e.g., EPC, EPCM).

• Conduct risk modeling and quantitative risk analysis.

• Identify customers and understand their needs to develop value-added solutions.

• Identify and develop strategic locations, including land acquisition and permit applications.

• Understand the regulatory environment and seek applicable subsidies and grants.

• Coordinate the work of the project development team including relevant functions (engineering, legal, finance, etc.) as well as the work of external consultants supporting the opportunity development.

• Work with the finance team to develop financial models and perform investment feasibility studies.

• Provide effective communication with internal and external customers

Work Environment

This position requires an employee to be in an office environment as well as exposed to outside elements. Most extreme elements are heat in the summer months of up to 104°F (40°C) and some exposure to cold of generally no less than 15°F (-10°C) in the winter months. There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of them hazardous. The employee may enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments. Employees must be able to wear PPE required by the location. General office noise may be experienced and louder sounds and vibrations when outside. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All environments are safe with appropriate PPE.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak and hear. The employee is required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee may be required, on occasion, to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may be required to climb ladders/storage tanks up to 50’ in height. The employee may be required to enter confined spaces. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employees may be required to travel by air, rail, bus, or car.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Inclusion & Diversity:

Vopak stores vital products with care. Our commitment to care extends to all our stakeholders, including our own employees, new talents and people in our local communities around the globe. We believe that each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, political orientation or trade union membership, allowing everyone at Vopak to develop their full potential.

It is Vopak’s policy to employ and administer employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam Era and in accordance with federal and state civil rights laws.

Accommodations

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

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