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Dittohire       |    Location:Cape Town, South Africa       |    Country:South Africa

Senior Project Developer 

Market-related Package

Cape Town or Gqeberha

About the Role

A leading renewable energy company is seeking an experienced Senior Project Developer to lead the development of utility-scale wind, solar PV, and battery energy storage (BESS) projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for securing all land rights, permits, authorizations, and licenses required to take projects from inception to financial close.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Origination & Site Development: Identify and assess new renewable energy project opportunities, conduct feasibility studies, and negotiate land lease agreements.
  • Regulatory & Permitting Compliance: Secure all required environmental and regulatory approvals by engaging with relevant authorities such as DFFE, DMRE, Eskom, and local municipalities.
  • Stakeholder & Contract Management: Manage relationships with landowners, local communities, and key project stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution.
  • Financial Close & Bid Submissions: Support financial close processes, including IFC Performance Standards compliance, lender due diligence, and bid submissions for REIPPPP and private offtaker RFPs.
  • Project Risk Management & Strategy: Develop strategies to mitigate project risks, optimize timelines, and manage development budgets effectively.
  • Team Collaboration & Leadership: Work cross-functionally with legal, technical, and finance teams, providing mentorship and guidance to junior developers.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor?s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Town Planning, or a related field (BTech, BSc, BCom).
  • 8+ years of experience in renewable energy project development in South Africa, OR 5+ years in large infrastructure projects, environmental consulting, or town planning.
  • Strong understanding of SA?s environmental laws, BBBEE codes, and permitting processes.
  • Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office 365 and strong project management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage at community, regulatory, and executive levels.

 

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