Project Development Manager

Key Responsibilities

Project Development and Coordination

Lead the development of utility-scale solar and BESS projects across Australia.

Manage project life cycle from feasibility through to construction handover.

Coordinate internal teams (engineering, finance, legal, planning, grid, community, environment) and external consultants.

Monitor and manage project budgets, timelines, risks, and reporting.

Support IC preparation and internal project approval processes.

Site Origination and Strategic Planning

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and assess new project Origination

Undertake field-based feasibility assessments, including environmental and planning constraints, grid capacity, and land access.

Provide clear and timely advice on development risks and mitigation strategies.

Monitor relevant legislation and policy changes at the local, state, and federal level.

Stakeholder Engagement and Approvals

Build and maintain positive relationships with landowners, community members, regulators, councils.

Attend community information sessions and council meetings to represent project interests.

Lead or support the planning and development approval processes, including environmental referrals and planning applications.

Land Acquisition and Negotiation

Negotiate land access and tenure agreements with landowners, supported by legal counsel.

Manage the landowner relationship life cycle, from initial contact to contract execution and handover to construction.

Commercial Analysis

Support due diligence processes for project acquisitions and IC reviews.

About You

3+ years’ experience in renewable energy development, with a focus on large-scale solar and / or BESS.

Tertiary qualification in engineering, environmental science, urban planning, or a related field preferred.

Familiarity with National Electricity Market, grid connection processes, and National Electricity Rules.

Demonstrated experience managing development approvals and stakeholder engagement.

Understanding of local community dynamics, with the ability to negotiate effectively with landowners, regulators, utilities, and other stakeholders

Proven ability to work across cross-functional teams and lead project work streams.

Acting comfortably in cross-cultural teams, collaborating across country boundaries with a sense of diversity and inclusion

Location & Travel

This position is to be based in Melbourne or Queensland, with regular regional and interstate travel requirements.

The business is based in Melbourne, Victoria and travel to the office for regular team alignments is expected.

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