Senior Project Development Manager (m/f/d) Wind and Solar

ABO Wind • Kapstadt

  • Full-time

Kapstadt

from today

Work with us on a sustainable energy supply!

We are pioneers of renewable energy by conviction. ABO Wind develops and builds wind and solar farms as well as battery and hydrogen projects worldwide. For more than 25 years, ABO Wind's in-house specialist departments have been providing all steps of project development and implementation: from site assessment, planning, engineering, permitting and financing to construction, grid connection, operational management and maintenance. A future worth living for future generations is our overarching goal. Renewables are our DNA.


Senior Project Development Manager (m/f/d) Wind and Solar

In our Project & Business Development teams we concentrate our know-how for exciting established and future international markets as well as future opportunities in the field of renewable energies. With a direct line to the Executive Board, you can further develop business areas and realize projects that have a relevant influence on ABO Wind's business and contribute significantly to its success.


Your passion

  • You manage wind and solar projects in South Africa from site acquisition, planning, engineering and permitting to construction
  • You support the project team during auctions and sales processes
  • You identify new project sites and negotiate lease agreements with landowners
  • You check network access options and evaluate them from a technical, legal and commercial perspective
  • You commission and coordinate external service providers and local partners
  • You support business development and networking
  • You manage due diligence processes during the project acquisition phase  


Your qualification

  • You have a degree in environmental sciences, engineering, geography or similar 
  • You have at least five years of professional experience
  • You have professional experience with the development of renewable energy projects in South Africa
  • You are experienced in project management
  • You speak fluent English
  • You are a skilled and confident negotiator
  • You think like an entrepreneur
  • Your working method is action-oriented and effective
  • You are willing to travel regularly 


Don't match all the qualifications?

At ABO Wind, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you're interested in a position, apply - even if your previous work experience doesn't match all the qualifications. You could be just the right candidate for this or any other position!

Severely disabled applicants will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.


We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online form!


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Contacts
Karl-Heinz Stephan

Karl-Heinz Stephan

Team Lead Recruiting & Personal Marketing
 

Good reasons for joining ABO Wind

We are a dynamic company and rely on appreciation and trust. The work at ABO Wind is not defined by hierarchies, but by competencies and the common will to successfully contribute to the global clean energy transition.

13th month salary

28 Days Leave

Continuing Training and Enablement

Gym Membership

Employees Events

Flexible Working Hours

Hybrid Work

Kitchens with free coffee and tea

Private Medical Insurance

Workplace Pension Available

Working at ABO Wind

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Personal meetings and exchange strengthen our project work and cohesion, but mobile working has also proven its worth. We generally offer a mix of presential work and mobile work from home, from abroad or in one of our decentralised office hubs. 

We focus on transparency, fairness, and openness: our Development teams are in constant, trustful exchange with communities, landowners and authorities. They also inform residents about the progress of our projects. 

Regular company and team outings as well as free language courses strengthen the friendly atmosphere. By signing up for the “Egym Wellpass” program, employees of our German parent company can use fitness and yoga studios, swimming pools, climbing gyms and much more at low cost. 

Our construction and project managers are regularly on site at the locations of our renewable energy projects.

Every three years, the entire ABO Wind workforce from 16 countries comes together for the "Global Meeting", where, in addition to training courses, top-class guest lectures and networking, celebrating and fun are also on the agenda.

Our colleagues also show their best side on the dance floor. Our Christmas parties or the parties at the Global Meeting are legendary. Many colleagues also get together in their free time - for example, for rock climbing, playing football or card games.

Mutual respect and trust characterise the work at ABO Wind. The friendly company spirit can be felt in the corridors and in the common rooms, where many meet at lunchtime to cook and eat together.

Working at ABO Wind is characterised by adequate pay, friendly cooperation, opportunities for continuous training, freedom for professional development and working hours that allow for a fulfilling family life. Training courses on a wide range of topics are held regularly. Internal and external speakers shed light on current developments and special topics.

At ABO Wind, people with diverse cultural backgrounds, skills and world views work together. The diversity of our employees and the good relationships with our partners, suppliers and other institutions are fundamental to our success. We see the diversity of our workforce as a real strength and enrichment - and celebrate it together, as here at the country fair during the Global Meeting 2022.

Working at ABO Wind

Our employees are enthusiastic about renewable energies. Contributing to climate protection and the development of a sustainable energy supply is a big motivator to us. We put great value on a friendly and open work culture, where each one of us is committed to the success of our projects. Personal responsibility and accountability are more important to us than status symbols.

Committed Employees and Flexible Processes

Committed Employees and Flexible Processes

Our colleagues not only feel responsible for their own tasks, but also keep the company’s wellbeing in mind. This entrepreneurial mindset means that we are constantly improving our work processes – regardless of responsibilities – and adapting them to changing requirements.

Interdisciplinary Work

Central work is carried out in interdisciplinary project groups in which planners, business experts, electrical and civil engineers jointly consider how best to implement our wind, storage, and solar projects. The work is not defined by hierarchies, but by competencies and the common will to successfully contribute to the clean energy transition.

Interdisciplinary Work