Project Developer at Watershed Consulting

Summary:

• Looking for a Project Developer who will analyse new project opportunities, develop project proposals, assist in securing relevant permits licenses consents and approvals required for projects. The ideal incumbent will have experience in tenders and project development in the PV / Wind power generation industry.

Main functional responsibilities:

• Drawing up a detailed Project Schedule;
• Assistance in drawing up a procurement plan;
• Interaction with local suppliers and contractors;
• Participation in preparation of documents for participation in tenders (REIPPPP, private PPA’s)
• Preparation and approval of contracts with contractors and internal departments;
• Participation in obtaining permits and approvals in accordance with SA law;
• Monitoring the execution of contracts;
• Participation in the management of expenditures of funds for projects in accordance with the approved budgets, making adjustments to the budget if necessary;
• Forecasting the implementation of the Project schedule and updating;
• Control over the provision of primary documentation by counterparties and the organization of subsequent document flow with external and internal counterparties;
• Initiation and control of claim work within the framework of the execution of contracts;
• Organization of the commissioning of the facility, including participation in commissions and obtaining the necessary positive opinions from the regulatory authorities;
• Conducting business correspondence with contractors as part of the project formation for interim and final reports on projects;
• Participation in potential projects sites visits;
• Assistance (technical assistance, coordination) in new projects acquisition processes;
• Assistance in project portfolio extension.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Minimum 3 years tertiary qualification in engineering, Project Management and related fields
• Understanding and knowledge of development process from green field to ready-tobuild.
• Strong experience in the processes of utility-scale energy projects (Solar PV or Wind)
• Experience in contractual procedures: procurement, service agreements, etc.
• Understanding of the PV/Wind plants and HV facilities construction technology.
• Work experience on the side of EPC/Developer, participating in utility-scale PV projects.
• Previous work in a EPC company, Energy developer would be an added advantage.
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Advanced User- MS Word;- MS Excel;- MS Outlook;- MS Project;- AutoCAD (preferable)

Attributes Required:

• Demonstrate integrity and willingness to learn all aspects of Cobra
• Confident with very strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong job ownership capabilities - think like an owner of the business with the ability to plan, organise and control
• Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Skills

• Outlook, Ms Excel, Ms Project, Forecasting, Visio, Ms Word, Autocad, Excel, Communication Skill, Business Development, Ms Outlook, Documentation, Project Management