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Senior Business Development Manager

Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town Region💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-15 → 2026-09-24

Core

Senior role leading the full lifecycle development of utility-scale wind and solar PV projects from site identification to construction readiness.

Role type

Senior Business Development Manager (Renewable Energy)

Builds

Utility-scale renewable energy projects (wind, solar PV)

Domain

Renewable Energy / Infrastructure Development

Required skills

Project development lifecycle management, stakeholder management, permitting and regulatory compliance, commercial analysis, negotiation, team leadership, feasibility assessment, landowner engagement, project planning and budget management

Preferred skills

Engineering or Environmental Engineering background, experience with utility-scale solar PV and wind, knowledge of environmental legislation

Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, QGIS, Google Earth

Responsibilities

Identify and assess new renewable energy development opportunities; conduct site visits and feasibility assessments; manage projects through the full development lifecycle; lead negotiations with landowners and partners; coordinate external consultants for engineering and environmental studies; oversee environmental authorizations and permitting; build relationships with government authorities and communities; prepare documentation for permits and approvals; support investment approval processes; mentor team members.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership

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