Senior Solar Project Developer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Global work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Solar Project Developer for a fully remote role. You will manage the development lifecycle from site acquisition to PPAs and financing, collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in solar development, strong negotiation, and deep industry knowledge to navigate regulatory and financial landscapes in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, or Business.
• 7+ years in solar project development or closely related field.
• Proven track record in developing and financing utility-scale or distributed solar projects.
• In-depth knowledge of solar industry, technologies, markets, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong financial acumen, including project finance and PPA negotiation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess solar development sites, including land acquisition and due diligence.
• Conduct feasibility studies: resource assessment, grid interconnection, and preliminary design.
• Develop budgets, financial models, and pro-forma statements.
• Negotiate and secure PPAs and other project contracts.
• Manage permitting and entitlement processes with authorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, utilities, and off-takers.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Financial modeling

Project development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Finance or Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Solar Project Developer for a fully remote position. This role is critical in identifying, evaluating, and securing new solar energy development opportunities. You will manage the entire development lifecycle, from site acquisition and feasibility studies to securing permits and power purchase agreements (PPAs). This is an exciting opportunity to drive growth in the solar sector, working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to bring impactful solar projects to fruition. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the solar industry, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to navigate complex regulatory and financial landscapes in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential sites for solar energy development, including land acquisition and due diligence.
• Conduct comprehensive feasibility studies, including resource assessment, grid interconnection, and preliminary design.
• Develop and manage project budgets, financial models, and pro-forma statements.
• Negotiate and secure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and other critical project contracts.
• Manage the permitting and entitlement process with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, community stakeholders, utilities, and off-takers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in solar project development or a closely related field.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and financing utility-scale or distributed solar projects.
• In-depth knowledge of the solar industry , including technologies, markets, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with project finance and PPA negotiation.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing for a global work environment.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape the future of solar energy development.