Project Development / Origination Manager, Energy & Utility Scale
About the Company
The company is a fast-growing renewable energy developer backed by newly secured capital and poised for significant expansion in the Japanese market. With an ambition to build a 600 MW to 1 GW renewable energy pipeline within the next five years, the company is strengthening its development team to accelerate growth in both utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
The organisation operates with a flat and collaborative structure, offering autonomy, high visibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a major growth phase.
Role Overview
As a Project Developer, you will play a central role in originating, developing, and advancing renewable energy projects across Japan. You will work across the full development cycle-focusing particularly on permitting, land acquisition, local community engagement, stakeholder management, and coordination with authorities.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys relationship-building, and is motivated to contribute to Japan's accelerating clean energy transition.
Key Responsibilities
Project Sourcing & Origination
- Identify, evaluate, and originate new Solar PV and BESS project opportunities
- Conduct initial due diligence, feasibility checks, and land screening
Land Development & Permitting
- Secure land rights through direct landowner negotiations
- Manage permitting processes, including applications to local authorities, utilities, and METI
- Coordinate environmental assessments and regulatory compliance
Local Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with landowners, local communities, and municipal officials
- Communicate project plans clearly and address concerns to maintain strong community alignment
Project Management
- Managing scheduling and project milestones
- Work closely with internal engineering, legal, and finance teams
- Select and manage external consultants, surveyors, and permitting specialists
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- Experience in renewable energy development (Solar, BESS, or related infrastructure)
- Proven track record in permitting, land development, and dealing with local authorities
- Strong communication skills with ability to build trust with landowners and communities
- Business-level Japanese (native or fluent) and Basic English skills
Preferred
- Experience taking projects from early development through to late-stage milestones
- Understanding of grid connection processes in Japan
- Background in utility-scale energy, development firms, or EPCs
- Ability to travel regionally for site visits and stakeholder meetings
Why Join?
- Be part of a fast-growing developer at a pivotal expansion phase
- Play a core role in building a 600 MW-1 GW renewable pipeline
- Gain exposure to both Solar PV and cutting-edge BESS projects
- Work directly with senior leadership in a flat, agile environment
- Competitive compensation, career growth, and long-term development opportunities
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