" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eSenior Development Manager\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19473\"\u003e Australia \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"19474\"\u003e New South Wales \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 27/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocation: Sydney Based\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to a global investment and asset management platform\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInvolvement from early development through to financial close and construction.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Company:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An exciting opportunity to join a growing renewable energy platform backed by a global investment and asset management group. With a pipeline of more than 1GW of utility-scale energy storage projects across Australia, the business is playing an important role in supporting the country\u0026rsquo;s energy transition.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you\u0026rsquo;ll be involved in progressing utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from early-stage development through to Ready to Build, Financial Close and handover to Construction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWorking closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you\u0026rsquo;ll help coordinate key project activities while balancing commercial, technical and investment considerations. You\u0026rsquo;ll have direct responsibility for one or possibly two development projects, as well as helping guide and mentor junior team members.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is a great opportunity for an experienced development professional looking to take ownership of meaningful projects, work with a collaborative team and contribute to the continued growth of Australia\u0026rsquo;s energy storage sector.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibilities:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOversee the development of utility-scale BESS projects, including project scope, schedules, development budgets and risk management.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport land acquisition, tenure negotiations, planning approvals and environmental assessments, and site origination or prospecting activities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate grid connection activities in collaboration with network service providers, technical advisers and internal teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork across engineering, procurement, offtake, financing, legal and commercial workstreams to support project progression.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare project updates, investment papers and recommendations for senior leadership and Investment Committees.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor development budgets, schedules, risk registers and key project milestones.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport financial close activities, including lender due diligence and financing requirements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate project handover to construction, ensuring scope, approvals, contracts and budgets are clearly managed.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide guidance and support to Development Managers and multidisciplinary project teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSkills \u0026amp; Experience:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e8+ years\u0026rsquo; experience in renewable energy or energy storage development within Australia\u0026rsquo;s National Electricity Market.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience progressing utility-scale projects through planning and grid connection approvals.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA track record of progressing projects to Ready to Build or Financial Close, with BESS experience highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFamiliarity with NSW planning and environmental approval pathways, including State Significant Development and EPBC processes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn understanding of grid connection requirements, Generator Performance Standards and engagement with network service providers and AEMO.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial awareness across land negotiations, project economics, development budgets and financing.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and relationship-building skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, planning, environmental science, commerce, law or a related discipline.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn Australian driver\u0026rsquo;s licence and willingness to travel to regional project sites as required.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSydney-based role with flexible hybrid working arrangements.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInvolvement across the project lifecycle, from early development through to financial close and construction.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to a global investment and asset management platform.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to future opportunities across emerging technologies and new project types.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA collaborative, growing team with opportunities to build your experience and develop your career.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Please contact Ninella Asiama - ninella.asiama@morson-edge.com.au \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4481497\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "