Head of Project Development

EDL owns and operates a global portfolio of power stations in Australia, North America and Europe. Our vision is to be the leading global producer of sustainable distributed energy. At EDL, we are playing a key role in the world's transition from traditional energy sources to decarbonised solutions.

The Head of Project Development is responsible for leading the Project Development team in delivering high-quality project and technical deliverables, project estimation, contractor scoping, market engagement, and procurement from concept through to Final Investment Decision (FID).

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Support the Growth team by leading the development of renewable energy, off-grid and specialist gas project/s, in relation to but not limited to resourcing, scoping, concept designs, modelling, pricing, tender evaluation, documenting and preparing a project for successful conversion and hand over to Project Delivery.
• Provide leadership, direction and oversight to the team responsible for developing project and technical deliverables, project estimation, contractor scoping, market engagement and procurement from concept through to a final investment decision.
• Lead the continuous improvement of EDL's product offering, with regular strategic review of cost competitiveness and delivery approach.
• Apply understanding of project management and design principles to solve complex challenges and optimize project outcomes. Provide guidance and support to team members as needed.
• Collaborate closely with customers, contractors, authorities, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, address concerns, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities throughout the project development phase and apply strategies to mitigate risks. Provide clear and concise communication of project risks to executives.
• Develop, manage and maintain appropriate internal governance systems including the Project Guidelines, in coordination and consultation with internal stakeholders.
• Control, prioritise and report on a portfolio of projects in development phase, focusing on resourcing, cost control, scheduling, quality control, risk and procurement.
• Support and manage the development of commercial agreements with contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure that both the companies· and specific project Environmental, Health and Safety obligations relating to project activities are implemented and/or suitably prepared and ready for project delivery.
• Ensure the project comply with statutory and legislative requirements.
• Facilitate and incorporate stakeholder management, sustainability and community engagement objectives of EDL and each specific project.
• Support, mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, growth, and collaboration.

Person Specification

• Demonstrates leadership, commercial acumen, and decision-making rigour.
• Is astute at engaging with customers, listens and adapts to their needs.
• Is an agent for change and continuous improvement
• Fosters a high-performance, customer-focused team culture.
• Communicates clearly and builds trust internally and externally.

Qualifications and Experience

• Engineering or equivalent degree required
• Qualifications in Project Management advantageous
• Approximately 10 years experience within the power generation industry, specifically design and construction of power stations and renewable energy assets.
• Strong commercial acumen and experienced in negotiation exercises
• Excellent internal and external stakeholder management and ability to clearly communicate to executive level
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to delegate, lead, and supervise.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements relating to the industry and latest best practice.

Job Identification

1313

Posting Date

11/02/2025, 08:55 PM

Job Schedule

Full time

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Locations

Level 6, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, AU