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Commercial Project Development Manager-Australia
LanzaJet, Inc.
Full-time
On-site
South Wales
Commercial Project Development Manager-Australia
Location: Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane
Company Overview
Are you looking to have a meaningful impact on the world through cutting-edge cleantech on a global scale? Are you a hard-worker that is looking to make history and change an industry?
LanzaJet, Inc. is a global company and world leader in clean energy technology committed to decarbonizing the transportation sector. Our goal is to produce over 1 billion gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and sustainable diesel fuel through our patented technology and process by 2030.
LanzaJet was founded in 2020 and is backed by investors Shell, British Airways, Suncor Energy, LanzaTech, and Mitsui. These investors, as well as supporters All Nippon Airways, Bill Gates’s Breakthrough Energy Catalyst Foundation, and Microsoft’s Innovation Fund, have set the stage for our accelerated growth.
LanzaJet’s proprietary sustainable fuels technology has been in development for over 15 years, has been approved for and used in global commercial flights for airlines including Virgin Atlantic and ANA.
We are currently building the world’s first commercial-scale ethanol to jet fuel refinery in Georgia – set to begin production in the next few months.. That refinery will produce 2/3 of the sustainable aviation fuel used in the United States. Additional commercial-scale low-carbon refineries are also being developed across the world in places like Japan, Australia, India, and Europe.
Aviation connects the world. And we’re working to ensure that connection is sustainable.
At LanzaJet, we are a group of innovative and determined people committed to building a more sustainable future, today. Because we believe that Someday is Now.
We’re growing fast. Join us!
Position Overview:
The Commercial Project Development Manager is responsible for the overall opportunity realization including successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure of commercial capital projects. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and key stakeholders to ensure that project objectives are met on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Project Development Manager-Australia
Location: Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane
Company Overview
Are you looking to have a meaningful impact on the world through cutting-edge cleantech on a global scale? Are you a hard-worker that is looking to make history and change an industry?
LanzaJet, Inc. is a global company and world leader in clean energy technology committed to decarbonizing the transportation sector. Our goal is to produce over 1 billion gallons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and sustainable diesel fuel through our patented technology and process by 2030.
LanzaJet was founded in 2020 and is backed by investors Shell, British Airways, Suncor Energy, LanzaTech, and Mitsui. These investors, as well as supporters All Nippon Airways, Bill Gates’s Breakthrough Energy Catalyst Foundation, and Microsoft’s Innovation Fund, have set the stage for our accelerated growth.
LanzaJet’s proprietary sustainable fuels technology has been in development for over 15 years, has been approved for and used in global commercial flights for airlines including Virgin Atlantic and ANA.
We are currently building the world’s first commercial-scale ethanol to jet fuel refinery in Georgia – set to begin production in the next few months.. That refinery will produce 2/3 of the sustainable aviation fuel used in the United States. Additional commercial-scale low-carbon refineries are also being developed across the world in places like Japan, Australia, India, and Europe.
Aviation connects the world. And we’re working to ensure that connection is sustainable.
At LanzaJet, we are a group of innovative and determined people committed to building a more sustainable future, today. Because we believe that Someday is Now.
We’re growing fast. Join us!
Position Overview:
The Commercial Project Development Manager is responsible for the overall opportunity realization including successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closure of commercial capital projects. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and key stakeholders to ensure that project objectives are met on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all phases of project development, from inception to completion, for a variety of commercial capital projects.
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, including project scopes, timelines, cost estimates, and resource plans.
- Coordinate with various internal teams (e.g., business development, marketing, operations, engineering, technical, finance, legal) and external stakeholders (e.g., clients, contractors, partners) to ensure successful project implementation.
- Coordinate development of project business plans including economics and supply and offtake strategies.
- Facilitate establishment of Joint Ventures or Special Purpose Vehicles where relevant to projects.
- Lead assessment and selection of project sites / locations.
- Oversee permitting and planning permissions.
- Coordinate development of logistics systems to support plant operations.
- Select and oversee contractors supporting project delivery.
- Monitor project progress, anticipate potential issues, and devise contingency plans when necessary.
- Control project costs to ensure completion within budget.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards.
- Foster relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and expectations.
- Engage government / regulatory agencies as needed to support project activities.
- Develop standardized work process and tools for project development.
- Prepare and present project status reports to senior management.
- Manage risks and resolve issues that affect project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Conduct project post-mortems to develop lessons learned and improvements.
- Must have 12+ years’ experience (could be less if it is specific to the roles’ experience required).
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field.
- Proven experience in developing capital projects, preferably including both execution and commercial aspects.
- Understanding of operating assets and aptitude for learning new technologies
- Strong knowledge of project management principles and practices.
- Knowledgeable in project management software tools.
- Excellent leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders.
- Strong financial acumen and ability to manage project budgets effectively.
- Preferred experience in oil & gas / energy industries and licensed technologies
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