Scatec ASA
Project Developer
Scatec ASARomania5 days ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology
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 Bucharest, Romania to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Project Developer you will be responsible for progressing the development and structuring of utility-scale renewable energy projects (including solar PV, BESS, and onshore wind) and acquisitions from early opportunity identification through the project development cycle and up to financial close. Your hands-on experience, strong project management skills, and detail-oriented approach will be key to successfully mature projects up to start of construction. 

Main Responsibilities


  • Plan, coordinate and lead internal and external project development activities including securing land rights, obtaining required local permits and approvals, and securing interconnection rights from utilities.
  • Engage with local stakeholders, including authorities, advisors, partners, and landowners, with the expectation of necessary local travel in Bucharest and to project sites throughout Romania.
  • Identify, screen and evaluate new project opportunities, support negotiations for project acquisition and manage acquisition/transaction processes.
  • Undertake market reviews, analyzing regulatory issues and policy supports for utility-scale renewable energy projects and contribute to development strategies for countries or regions.
  • Participate in bidding processes to submit bid packages in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs) from governmental bodies, utilities and private off-takers.
  • Support the negotiations with prospective development partners and assume responsibility for external relationships.
  • Support the process to secure equity and debt finance for projects until financial close.



Qualifications And Competencies

 Education: Commercial, technical or legal university-level degree.

Experience:


  • Renewable energy experience (or similar) ideally from Project Development, Engineering companies or consulting firms, Renewable Independent Power Producers, other infrastructure companies.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships with different stakeholders.
  • Experience with permitting of renewable energy projects in Romania.
  • Language: fluent in both written and spoken Romanian and 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 prioritise 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



For the particular role we also expect


  • Basic understanding of power markets and in particular renewable energy.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, and EPC contract terms and conditions is preferable, but not required .
  • Basic knowledge of business fundamentals and financial analysis.
  • Expert level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including presentation software and Excel .
  • Willingness to travel as required.



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.

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