Senior Project Development Manager - Electrical

Senior Project Manager – Electrical

Creating FutureScape - Solution for a Better Sustainable World

Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, trust, authenticity & challenge. We have worked diligently to deliver the best value-added services to our clients by utilizing our top-tier talent and technical expertise in diverse fields such as architecture, civil engineering, plant, housing & green energy businesses.

By bringing together the most exceptional technology and capabilities, we create solutions for a better world and achieve sustainable growth. Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, and appreciation. Samsung C&T has long been active in the green energy business and continues to explore additional innovative renewable energy solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Development Manager - Electrical for utility-scale renewable energy systems—including solar PV, battery storage (BESS), hybrid AC/DC-coupled projects.

About The Role

The Professional will lead:

• the full development of PV, standalone BESS, and hybrid (PV+BESS) projects throughout origination to FID (Early to Late Stage), jointly with other teams (Finance, Markets, Engineering), overseeing design optimization efforts, ensuring the seamless integration of complex technologies (Solar PV + BESS) to maximize energy yield and project returns.
• Due diligence processes for renewable energy greenfield projects acquisitions leading and coordinating all due diligence activities, evaluating existing designs, technology choices, contracts, and compliance documentation.
• Manage Engineering and Technical consultants working on Samsung’s behalf.

Identification, analysis, and mitigation of technical risks inherent in early-stage development and acquisition, ensuring all projects have a clear path to being "shovel-ready" and financeable.

Ensure robust governance around technical documentation, specifications, and data rooms during project handover to the E&C team or during M&A transactions.

• Manage the preparation of preliminary designs, single-line diagrams, energy yield assessments, capacity sizing, and grid connection assumptions.
• Manage the definition of technical configurations and layouts to assess better performance and suitability with the purpose of the projects.
• Manage the entire DA process, including preparation of scoping reports, environmental impact studies and community engagement activities related to the Project’s Planning process.
• Manage the preparation and submission of the technical studies for the connection of the Project to the electricity grid, from the initial preliminary enquiry up to negotiations of connection agreements.
• Establish and maintain technical standards for development activities in Australia.
• Ensure project designs comply with Australian standards, grid codes, and internal engineering guidelines from HQ.
• Support Planning and Modelling activities within the Development Team.
• Participate in project scheduling, development budgeting, and technical input into financial modelling.
• Provide engineering and technical support during development milestones (planning approvals, grid applications, land agreements).
• Support contract negotiation for EPC, OEMs, and BESS suppliers by providing technical requirements and alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 7–12+ years’ experience in managing the development of renewable energy projects (utility-scale PV, BESS or hybrid systems).
• Knowledge about the Planning process related to obtaining environmental permits and social licenses to build and operate renewable assets in Australia.
• Experience leading technical due diligence for M&A.
• Strong understanding of Australian energy market regulations, grid codes, and standards.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, SLDs, data sheets, and engineering documents.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of interfacing with HQ engineering teams overseas.

Samsung C&T Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.