Lead transformative onshore wind projects in Japan, managing teams, budgets, and stakeholders while driving sustainability and renewable energy innovation.
Roles/Responsibilities
- Oversee all phases of onshore wind projects, from initial planning to commissioning, ensuring objectives align with budget, schedule, and quality standards.
- Manage key contracts, including Turbine Supply Agreements (TSA) and Balance of Plant (BoP), to secure favorable terms and execution.
- Develop comprehensive project documentation, including financial records, compliance reports, and progress updates for stakeholders and management.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks while adapting strategies to maintain progress and adherence to scope.
- Foster stakeholder relationships, including with local communities, landowners, and government agencies, to ensure project acceptance and smooth execution.
- Lead public consultations and community engagements to address concerns and promote transparency about project plans.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Grid, ESG, Finance, Legal) to ensure cohesive project delivery.
Required skills
- A bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, renewable energy, business management, finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 5-10 years of experience in the onshore wind industry, including at least 3 years in a project management role.
- Proven expertise in managing onshore wind projects, with a strong understanding of Japan's wind and renewable energy market.
Preferred skills
- Proficient in project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
Personal Attributes
- A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a strong passion for renewable energy and sustainability.
- Fluency in Japanese and English, coupled with a commitment to mentoring junior team members and sharing expertise in onshore wind development.
About our client
A Japan subsidiary of a of a global renewable energy firm. They are based in Tokyo and provide PV Solar, Onshore Wind and ESS projects. They have an international environment and leadership, plus have projects that span across the whole of Japan.
