Senior Project Manager – Electrical

Creating FutureScape - Solution for a Better Sustainable World

Samsung C&T;'s Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, trust, authenticity & challenge. We have worked diligently to deliver the best value-added services to our clients by utilizing our top-tier talent and technical expertise in diverse fields such as architecture, civil engineering, plant, housing & green energy businesses. By bringing together the most exceptional technology and capabilities, we create solutions for a better world and achieve sustainable growth.

Samsung C&T;'s Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, and appreciation. Samsung C&T; has long been active in the green energy business and continues to explore additional innovative renewable energy solutions. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Development Manager - Electrical for utility-scale renewable energy systems—including solar PV, battery storage (BESS), hybrid AC/DC-coupled projects.

About The Role The Professional will lead:

the full development of PV, standalone BESS, and hybrid (PV+BESS) projects throughout origination to FID (Early to Late Stage), jointly with other teams (Finance, Markets, Engineering), overseeing design optimization efforts, ensuring the seamless integration of complex technologies (Solar PV + BESS) to maximize energy yield and project returns.





Due diligence processes for renewable energy greenfield projects acquisitions leading and coordinating all due diligence activities, evaluating existing designs, technology choices, contracts, and compliance documentation.

Manage Engineering and Technical consultants working on Samsung’s behalf. Identification, analysis, and mitigation of technical risks inherent in early-stage development and acquisition, ensuring all projects have a clear path to being "shovel-ready" and financeable.

Ensure robust governance around technical documentation, specifications, and data rooms during project handover to the E&C; team or during M&A; transactions. Manage the preparation of preliminary designs, single-line diagrams, energy yield assessments, capacity sizing, and grid connection assumptions.

Manage the definition of technical configurations and layouts to assess better performance and suitability with the purpose of the projects.

Manage the entire DA process, including preparation of scoping reports, environmental impact studies and community engagement activities related to the Project’s Planning process.





Manage the preparation and submission of the technical studies for the connection of the Project to the electricity grid, from the initial preliminary enquiry up to negotiations of connection agreements.

Establish and maintain technical standards for development activities in Australia.

Ensure project designs comply with Australian standards, grid codes, and internal engineering guidelines from HQ.

Support Planning and Modelling activities within the Development Team.

Participate in project scheduling, development budgeting, and technical input into financial modelling.

Provide engineering and technical support during development milestones (planning approvals, grid applications, land agreements).

Support contract negotiation for EPC, OEMs, and BESS suppliers by providing technical requirements and alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

7–12+ years’ experience in managing the development of renewable energy projects (utility-scale PV, BESS or hybrid systems).

Knowledge about the Planning process related to obtaining environmental permits and social licenses to build and operate renewable assets in Australia.

Experience leading technical due diligence for M&A.;

Solid understanding of Australian energy market regulations, grid codes, and standards.

Ability to interpret technical drawings, SLDs, data sheets, and engineering documents.

Excellent communication skills, capable of interfacing with HQ engineering teams overseas. Samsung C&T; Corporation is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

📌 Senior Project Development Manager - Electrical (Sydney)
🏢 Samsung Cu0026T
📍 Sydney