Remote Senior Renewable Energy Project Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,918,000 - 2,878,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work arrangement

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Renewable Energy Project Developer to join its fully remote team. You will identify, evaluate, and secure solar and wind projects across geographies, managing the full development lifecycle from site acquisition to PPAs.

The role requires a proven track record in originating and bringing projects to financial close, with strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. This remote, globally oriented role offers significant impact and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in renewable energy project development.
• Proven track record of taking projects from origination to financial close.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess sites for solar and wind farms, evaluating resources and permitting.
• Lead land leases, option agreements, and real estate contracts.
• Manage permitting and interconnection with utilities and regulators.
• Develop relationships with landowners, communities, and government officials.
• Collaborate with engineering and finance to develop project economics and financing.
• Negotiate and finalize PPAs with off-takers.

Skills

Project development

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Remote work

PPA negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Renewable Energy Project Developer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. In this crucial role, you will identify, evaluate, and secure opportunities for new renewable energy projects , focusing on solar and wind energy across various geographies. You will manage the full project development lifecycle, from site acquisition and permitting to stakeholder engagement and securing power purchase agreements. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to drive the growth of clean energy from anywhere in the world, contributing to a sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential sites for solar and wind farms , evaluating resource availability, grid connectivity, and permitting feasibility.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of land leases, option agreements, and other real estate contracts.
• Manage the permitting and interconnection processes with utilities and regulatory bodies.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders, including landowners, local communities, and government officials.
• Collaborate with engineering and finance teams to develop project economics and secure project financing.
• Negotiate and finalize Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with off-takers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in renewable energy project development .
• Demonstrated success in bringing renewable energy projects from origination to financial close.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, market dynamics, and regulatory environments.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and work effectively in a remote team setting .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry engagement.
• Direct contribution to the expansion of sustainable energy solutions globally.