Senior Renewable Energy Project Leader

Genesis Eco-Energy Developments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Project Developer to lead renewable energy projects, including Wind and Solar. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in project development, strong skills in negotiation and stakeholder engagement, and a background in environmental sciences or engineering. This role requires fluent English and Afrikaans, as well as a commitment to delivering innovative energy solutions. Salary is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Renewable Energy Project Developer.
• Strong business/commercial acumen with knowledge of financial analysis.
• Significant professional experience in renewable energy greenfield project development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of renewable energy projects from inception to implementation.
• Engage with stakeholders and manage external relationships.
• Conduct feasibility studies and secure necessary permits.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluent in English

Fluent in Afrikaans

Education

Honours Degree in Engineering or Environmental Sciences

Master's Degree

PMI or PMSA Certification

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

A leading renewable energy firm in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Project Developer to lead renewable energy projects, including Wind and Solar. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in project development, strong skills in negotiation and stakeholder engagement, and a background in environmental sciences or engineering. This role requires fluent English and Afrikaans, as well as a commitment to delivering innovative energy solutions. Salary is negotiable based on experience.