Project Manager & Business Development Manager

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We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About the role

DNV is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Project Manager / Business Development with a strong technical background in wind, solar, storage, and/or practical experience with project financing to join our Taiwan team. This role will be a contract position in Taipei, Taiwan for an initial engagement of 12 months. He/she shall be the based at the Taipei premise and working closely with the DNV team in Taiwan and the region providing advisory services.

Our team operates at the cutting edge of the renewables industry providing technical due diligence and advisory services to diverse customers in the Taiwanese market, primarily in support of M&A transactions such as purchases, sales, and refinancing of projects and platforms and Lender's Technical Advisor. Our technical work contributes to the efficient functioning of the equity markets which are increasingly driving renewable energy penetration in Taiwan.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing project management and technical advisory services in support of M&A DD & LTA projects across different discipline. You will contribute to a high performing team by delivering customer value, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and identifying opportunities for team growth and improvement.

What you'll do

• Lead overall project management and customer communication as the primary point of contact for the execution of due diligence and LTA engagements.
• Leverage experience, expertise, and creative thought to perform and/or manage technical analysis for solar, wind, and storage projects. Typical scopes include evaluation of project value through:
  • Review of key project contracts describing interconnection, revenue, construction, and operations and maintenance.
  • Validation of technical inputs in project financial models including assessment of energy generation forecasts, and construction and operating costs.
  • Review of project designs and technologies.
  • Operational evaluations including site inspections and interviews (both on-site and virtual), and review of operating history and asset management approach; and
  • Industry benchmarking analyses and development stage project screening studies.
• Coordinate technical reviews among internal specialists including the civil and electrical engineering, energy assessment, technology, and permitting teams.
• Discuss and resolve technical issues in partnership with transaction stakeholders, including coordination of input on such issues from internal technical specialists, as necessary.
• Lead the reporting process, including writing, editing, and synthesizing inputs from technical disciplines into technical due diligence reports.
• Develop winning proposals for scopes of services related to due diligence work, including creative tailoring and sequencing of work to meet budget and timeline requirements.
• Support in the business development of DD and LTA opportunities for solar, wind and storage opportunities in Taiwan.
• Support customers through the financial closings of projects through Q&A and deliverables updates
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts for the M&A team, such as tool development, process refinement, internal training, and lessons learned activities.
• Prioritize QHSE considerations within the team to ensure safe execution and healthy work environment.
• Adhere to the DNV system for quality management, including liaising with QHSE leadership on developing procedures, instructions, guidelines, and checklists in order to ensure quality of services produced by the M&A team.
• Able to perform business development includes:
  • Assist in the preparation of technical papers or presentations.
  • Business development support in initiating and developing leads for proposals and projects.
  • Proactive on customer engagement.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance
• Generous Paid Leaves (Annual Paid Leave, Sick Leave)
• Medical benefits (Standard medical check-up)
• Pension and Insurance Policies
• Training and Development Assistance (Training Sponsorship, On-The-Job Training, Training Programme)
• Additional Benefits (Long Service Awards, Mobile Phone Reimbursement, Professional Membership Fees, Housing Allowance)

Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

What is Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, energy systems, environmental science, business, or closely related field from accredited four-year university (advanced degree in engineering or business preferred).
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Chinese.

What is Preferred

• Strong understanding of the Taiwan energy market.
• Previous exposure to project financing and working knowledge of project finance fundamentals, transaction mechanics, and financial closing processes.
• Leadership talent, strong team orientation, and the ability to collaborate, motivate and lead by way of example.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Commitment to customer centricity, and demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with customers.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with diverse customers and co-workers.
• Flexibility and adaptability to succeed within a dynamic team environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Possession of a current driver’s license.
• Regular domestic and international travel to customer offices and sites, other office locations, and conferences, up to approximately 15% of the time.