Head of Project Development

Lightsource bp

. Coordinate and track multiple solar, BESS, and wind projects at different development stages .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeSouth KoreaLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing utility-scale solar projects, including financial modeling, project finance structuring, and transaction management. Proficient in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and engaging with stakeholders across various cultural environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Utility-Scale Solar Project DevelopmentFinancial ModellingProject Finance StructuringTransaction ManagementBilingual in English and Korean

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Hard Skills

Financial ModellingProject FinanceTransaction ManagementYield AssessmentGrid InterconnectionPermittingCo-Development AgreementsPower Purchase AgreementsEngineering Procurement Construction ContractsInvestment Agreements

Soft Skills

Persuasive CommunicationNegotiating SkillsProject ManagementCultural SensitivityTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelPowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Renewables IndustryPower MarketsInfrastructure ProjectsCommunity Engagement ProgramsSouth Korea

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and track multiple solar, BESS, and wind projects at different development stages
Support project activities involving land, grid, permits, and yield assessment from project origination through financial close
Coordinate contract negotiations and tax, legal, and technical due diligence
Support project finance structuring and financial modelling
Supervise third-party consultants and suppliers
Interact with local authorities linked to projects
Coordinate prefeasibility reviews of new greenfield opportunities
Support due diligence and valuation of co-development opportunities and acquisitions
Manage and oversee project timelines and budgets
Ensure clear and timely internal reporting
Run financial models to assess project returns and support decision-making
Drive projects toward Ready to Build status
Support future business plan execution, including acquisitions, pipeline acquisition, recruitment and hiring, integration planning, tax/legal structuring, project finance, and marketing/PR
Report into regional leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

8-10 years of relevant experience
Experience developing utility-scale solar projects through to closing infrastructure projects in South Korea
Fluent in English and Korean
Broad understanding of the renewables industry, power markets, and development activities, especially solar
Understanding of project finance, capital structuring, financial modelling, and financial indicators
Strong understanding of transaction management and transaction timelines
Ability to run financial models and prepare Investment Committee presentations
Strong understanding of power project/real estate development, including land, yield assessment, grid interconnection, and permitting, through Ready to Build stage
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and cultures
Track record in transaction support, business development, and multicultural/multidisciplinary environments
Experience with Co-development Agreements, Land-related Agreements, Community Engagement Programs, Site Survey, Power Purchase Agreements, Engineering Procurement Construction contracts, Share Purchase Agreements, Asset Purchase Agreements, and Investment Agreements
Persuasive verbal and written communication and negotiating skills
Excellent MS Office skills, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
Excellent project management skills
Ability to negotiate in various cultural environments and with various stakeholders
Ability to understand and operate complex financial models
Minimum bachelor's degree, ideally in sciences, finance, economics, or engineering
Master's degree beneficial but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Annual bonus
Retention bank
Health insurance
Pension
Other local benefits
Personal development initiatives
Charitable causes initiatives
Solar honey project involvement
Inclusive community and respectful workplace culture