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.