Utility Solar Wheeling: Head of Project Manager

7 months ago

Cape Town, South Africa Recruiter Ruth | Performability Recruitment Full time

VIABLE CANDIDATES MUST HAVE
- Solar experience essential
- Minimum 3 years experience in utility-scale solar project development

**Responsibilities and Duties**
- Develop and implement strategic plans for the development of **utility-scale solar projects** with a focus on **wheeling**, including site identification, land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, and financing.
- Lead a team of project developers and coordinators to drive the successful execution of solar projects, ensuring alignment with company goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including engineering, finance, legal, and regulatory affairs teams, to evaluate project feasibility, assess risks, and optimize project design and financing structures.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with landowners, government agencies, utilities, and other stakeholders to secure land leases, permits, interconnection agreements, and other necessary approvals for project development.
- Lead negotiations for power purchase agreements (PPAs), off-take agreements, and other contracts with utility companies, corporate buyers, or other stakeholders to secure revenue streams for wheeling solar projects.
- Stay abreast of market trends, policy developments, and regulatory changes related to wheeling and renewable energy, and provide strategic insights to inform project development decisions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project development processes, optimize costs, and streamline project delivery timelines.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, business administration, or related field
- Master's degree or professional certification in renewable energy or project management is preferred.
- Minimum 3 years experience in utility-scale solar project development, with a demonstrated track record of successfully leading and delivering projects in the wheeling sector.
- In-depth knowledge of wheeling regulations, policies, and market dynamics, with a strong understanding of utility-scale solar project development processes and best practices.
- Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team of professionals to achieve common goals.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in project planning, financial analysis, and risk assessment.
- Passion for sustainability and renewable energy advocacy.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and make data-driven decisions to achieve project objectives.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions, regulatory requirements, and business needs
- Proficiency in project management tools, financial modeling software, and Microsoft Office suite.
- Willingness to travel as needed to project sites, meetings, and industry events.
- **Rewarding salary.**:

- **Performance-based incentives.**:

- **Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a growing industry.**:

- **A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.

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