Head - Greenfield Project Development - Renewable Energy

Role Summary:

- The role involves leading the origination, evaluation, acquisition, and development of greenfield renewable energy projects (Solar, Wind, Hybrid, and Storage) in Gujarat.

- The incumbent will be responsible for project identification, land acquisition, statutory approvals, stakeholder management, and ensuring projects reach a bankable stage for execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Origination & Development.

- Identify and evaluate potential greenfield sites for renewable energy projects across Gujarat.

- Assess technical feasibility, resource potential (solar irradiation, wind mapping), and connectivity to grid infrastructure.

-Conduct due diligence on land, regulatory requirements, and environmental & social impact.

Land Acquisition & Approvals.

- Drive land acquisition strategy including liaison with government bodies, local authorities, and private stakeholders.

- Ensure timely acquisition of clear titles, land conversion, and related statutory compliance.

- Secure all necessary permits, licenses, and approvals (state & central level).

Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with state nodal agencies, DISCOMs, SECI, and other government authorities.

- Represent the company in policy discussions and regulatory forums in Gujarat.

Commercial & Financial Structuring.

- Support business development team in bidding processes, tariff structuring, and financial modeling inputs.

- Evaluate project economics, risks, and mitigation strategies.

- Work with finance & legal teams on project contracts, PPAs, JV agreements, and MoUs.

Team Leadership & Coordination.

- Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, legal, finance, CSR, land, and approvals).

- Drive project timelines from inception to handover to execution teams.

- Mentor and develop a high-performing project development team.

Sustainability & Risk Management.

- Ensure compliance with EHS standards, ESG commitments, and social responsibility norms.

- Proactively manage risks related to land, legal disputes, community issues, or regulatory changes.

Key Requirements:.

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil) or Renewable Energy; MBA preferred.

- 12-18 years of experience in renewable energy project development with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Proven track record of originating and developing large-scale solar/wind/renewable projects in Gujarat.

- Strong network with state nodal agencies, land aggregators, DISCOMs, and regulatory authorities.

- In-depth knowledge of land laws, approvals, and renewable energy policies in Gujarat.

- Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and contract management skills.

- Leadership qualities with ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders.