Director, Business Development – Utility-scale Development, West Lead the growth of a utility-scale energy development portfolio across the... Read more
Lead the growth of a utility-scale energy development portfolio across the western region. This senior role will shape and execute the regional business development strategy, identifying high-value opportunities and progressing them from early-stage origination through to investment approval, construction and operation.
You will build strong relationships with landowners, local authorities, communities, network operators, advisers, investors and other industry stakeholders. Working closely with internal technical, commercial, planning, legal and finance teams, you will ensure projects are commercially viable, deliverable and aligned with long-term business objectives.
Key responsibilities Develop and implement a regional strategy for utility-scale renewable energy and associated infrastructure projects. Originate, assess and secure new development opportunities, including land, grid capacity, partnerships, acquisitions and competitive tenders. Lead negotiations with landowners, developers, joint-venture partners, public bodies and other external stakeholders. Oversee project pipelines, budgets, schedules, risk assessments and development milestones. Prepare and present investment papers, market analysis and recommendations to senior decision-makers. Guide projects through planning, consenting, grid connection, environmental assessment and commercial structuring processes. Represent the business at industry events and maintain a strong understanding of regional market, policy and regulatory developments. Provide leadership, coaching and direction to a multidisciplinary business development team. About youYou will be an experienced business development leader with a strong track record in utility-scale energy, infrastructure, property development or a closely related sector. You will bring a detailed understanding of the western energy market, development lifecycles, planning frameworks, grid infrastructure and commercial negotiations.
Strong financial and analytical capability is essential, together with the confidence to evaluate complex opportunities and make sound recommendations. You will be an influential communicator, capable of building trust with a wide range of stakeholders and leading teams through ambiguity and change.
A degree in business, engineering, environmental management, finance or a related discipline is desirable. Willingness to travel regularly across the region is required.
Read lessOakland, California, United States of AmericaPermanent
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