Head of Development
Cape Town
28/07/2023
Closed
Industry
Environment and Renewable Energy
Salary
Negotiable
Job Description
Head of Development
Leap29 are working closely with a top-tier, industry leading renewable energy company, with a strong presence internationally. They are currently searching for a Head of Business Development to join their team in South Africa.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a similar role, particularly involved in developing large-scale renewable projects across South Africa, with knowledge of managing bids & negotiating contracts.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise project implementation,
- Coordinate an internal team (project directors and managers, technicians, legal, HSE, societal, permits and local aspects economists, tax specialists),
- Coordinate external consultants,
- Manage the project indicators (timeline, development cost, budget, and project economics),
- Manage and prepare the project,
- Monitor and assess risks,
- Supervise or review the local development,
- Ensure the appropriate discussions with equity partners teams,
- Integrate HSE dimensions,
- Lead finance teams,
- Build the team,
- Propose new routes to market and develop new business and land opportunities.
Requirements:
- Engineering qualification,
- 15+ years professional experience in similar positions within renewable energies
- Knowledge of the electricity market and South African players
- Experience across technical and financial negotiations
- Strong interpersonal skills, coordination of multi-cultural, cross-functional teams
- Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and multiple demands.
If this opportunity to work and build your experience in a dynamic and international environment is of interest to you, please apply directly via the link or send your CV to Georgia Sumnall – gsumnall@leap29.com