Energy Project Developer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Career progression

Travel allowance

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Benoni office

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Energy Project Developer in Benoni, Gauteng for a hybrid role focused on solar and wind. You will identify, evaluate, and secure new opportunities, manage site selection, stakeholder engagement, and financial modeling, navigating regulatory processes to move projects toward financial close.

You will work across remote strategic planning and on-site engagement, collaborating with engineers and commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project development.
• Proven success in originating, developing, and closing energy projects.
• Strong understanding of solar and wind technologies and the South African energy market.
• Excellent financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Negotiation and contract management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to sites for hybrid role from the Benoni office.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess sites for renewable energy projects.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to evaluate project viability and potential returns.
• Develop and manage project pipelines from concept to shovel-ready status.
• Engage with landowners, community stakeholders, government authorities, and off-takers.
• Prepare detailed financial models and investment cases for proposed projects.
• Negotiate and secure land leases, PPAs, and other contracts.
• Obtain necessary permits, licenses, and approvals from regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with EPC teams to ensure project designs meet development objectives.
• Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and other financial partners.
• Stay informed about energy policy, market trends, and competitive landscapes.
• Prepare project proposals and presentations for stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic growth of the renewable energy portfolio.

Skills

Financial modeling

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project finance modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic force in renewable energy development, is seeking an ambitious Energy Project Developer to join their team in Benoni, Gauteng . This hybrid role is crucial for identifying, evaluating, and securing new energy project opportunities, with a particular focus on solar and wind power. You will be responsible for site selection, stakeholder engagement, financial modeling, and navigating regulatory processes. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the energy market, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven ability to bring projects from inception to financial close. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of clean energy in South Africa and contribute to impactful sustainability initiatives. You will work across a blend of remote strategic planning and on-site client and site engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential sites for renewable energy projects, considering technical feasibility, grid connection, and permitting requirements.


• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to evaluate project viability and potential returns.


• Develop and manage project pipelines, from initial concept through to shovel-ready status.


• Engage with landowners, community stakeholders, government authorities, and potential off-takers.


• Prepare detailed financial models and investment cases for proposed projects.


• Negotiate and secure land leases, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and other key project contracts.


• Obtain necessary permits, licenses, and approvals from regulatory bodies.


• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) teams to ensure project designs meet development objectives.


• Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and other financial partners.


• Stay informed about energy policy, market trends, and competitive landscapes.


• Prepare project proposals and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.


• Contribute to the overall strategic growth of the company's renewable energy portfolio.

Requirements

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


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project development, preferably within the renewable energy or infrastructure sector.


• Demonstrated success in originating, developing, and closing energy projects.


• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies (solar, wind) and the South African energy market.


• Excellent financial modeling, analytical, and valuation skills.


• Proven negotiation and contract management capabilities.


• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.


• Proficiency in relevant software, including MS Office Suite and project finance modeling tools.


• Must be able to travel to sites and meet with stakeholders as required by the hybrid role, based out of the Benoni office.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and a generous performance-based bonus structure.


• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.


• Significant opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly growing industry.


• Allowance for travel and business expenses.


• Paid time off and company holidays.


• The opportunity to contribute directly to the clean energy transition in South Africa .


• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.