Project Developer

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway. 

Main purpose of position Currently we are looking for a Project Developer in Manila, Philippines to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Project Developer you will be responsible for leading the development and structuring of PV renewable energy projects from early opportunity through the development cycle to financial close. Your ability to structure and negotiate complex transactions, to lead external and internal development processes, and to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams is key to successfully lead the PV project to construction start. 

Main responsibilities 

• Lead negotiations for project acquisition and manage the acquisition/transaction process
• Secure the process on equity and debt finance for projects until financial close
• Take responsibility of negotiations with prospective development partners and external stakeholders
• Coordinate internal and external project development efforts including securing land, obtaining required local permits, approvals, securing interconnection rights from utilities, negotiating PPAs with utilities, establishing EPC and O&M agreements, as well as securing project equity and debt financing.
• Lead market reviews, analyzing regulatory issues and policy supports for utility-scale renewable energy projects and develop development strategies for countries or regions
• Lead bidding processes to submit bid packages in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs) from utilities and private off-takers
• Coordination of development teams, often numbering 10-20 individuals, including internal resources, consultants and development subcontractors

Qualifications and competencies

• Education: Commercial or technical university level degree
• Experience: 5 - 10 years professional experience ideally from investment banking and/or project finance/operations and/or leading global management consulting firms
• Experience with closing complex transactions, deal structuring and project finance
• Significant experience with renewable project development in Asia, preferably in Philippines 
• Understanding of power markets and in particular renewable energy
• Working knowledge and understanding of power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, permitting requirements and EPC contract terms and conditions is preferable, but not required
• Strong knowledge of business fundamentals and financial analysis
• Expert level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including presentation software and Excel
• Language: fluent both written and spoken in English

Personal characteristics 

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are: 

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way 

• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently 

• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust 

• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude 

We offer 

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.  

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need. 

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.