Project Development Specialist

Description

• Conduct market research and assess potential project locations based on wind resource, infrastructure availability, and regulatory landscape.
• Obtain key statutory approvals and NOCs such as from the Airport Authority of India (AAI), Ministry of Defence (MoD), and other relevant bodies.
• Evaluate risks associated with land acquisition and project development; recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and approvals related to land, forest, and environmental clearances.
• Drive business development initiatives for Solar, Wind and Hybrid projects, including site identification, land acquisition and partnership development.
• Lead and coordinate legal due diligence (DD) processes with internal and external legal teams to ensure clear and marketable land titles.
• Manage project documentation, timelines, and coordination efforts to align with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Project Management to ensure project readiness and smooth handover for execution.
• Liaise with government authorities, local agencies, and stakeholders to facilitate project approvals and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and engage with potential developers, aggregators, and land partners in key focus states to build a strong project pipeline.
• Contribute to business strategy by identifying emerging opportunities and supporting project evaluation, feasibility studies, and financial modeling inputs.
• Maintain strong relationships with industry stakeholders, government departments, and local partners to support long-term business growth.
• Support drafting, negotiation, and execution of Sale/Lease Deeds, MoUs, and other project-related agreements.

Requirements

• Proven ability to secure lands within targeted timelines.
• Significant experience in land acquisition involving Revenue/Private/Forest Land exploring potential site acquisitions, preparing valuation reports for acquisition, and negotiating to acquire land.
• Ability to conduct preliminary due diligence checks on lands and assess land risks.
• Proficiency in identifying suitable developers/aggregators for renewable energy projects.
• 4-12 Years of hands-on experience in Land procurement/acquisition for renewable energy projects.
• Familiarity with land acquisition processes, including procurement, leasing, easement, etc., for renewable power projects.
• Strong understanding of government policies, permits, and regulatory requirements related to renewable energy projects and land acquisition.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to address challenges in land acquisition and project development.
• Thorough knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to forests and land.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to execute land procurement targets, plans, and project development activities.
• Excellent communication skills for effective communication with team members, cross functional teams, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance