Project Development Manager - Materials (GAC Reactivation Pilot)

About the role

Veolia is looking for an experienced Project Development Manager to lead its GAC (Granular Activated Carbon) reactivation pilot project in Kaohsiung. The role covers the full project lifecycle, from system design and construction to operational startup, managing daily development, ensuring regulatory compliance and providing commercial support for chemical leasing models.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the pilot project from design through construction to operational startup, overseeing design and engineering and setting operational procedures.
• Handle the permitting process and obtain all necessary licenses and regulatory approvals.
• Coordinate with government agencies, contractors and stakeholders on environmental, health and safety compliance.
• Support commercial development: chemical leasing agreements, GAC recycling agreements and service contracts, and pilot trials with prospective customers.
• Gather technical and operational data to back up commercial proposals.
• Develop schedules, budgets and resource plans, prepare status reports and metrics, and lead the project team.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental or related field).
• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in water/wastewater treatment or environmental projects.
• Strong leadership, communication and coordination skills with government agencies, contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin; willingness to be based in Kaohsiung.
• Commercial awareness and experience supporting business development, including chemical leasing or service-based models.

Required skills

• Understanding of pilot-scale system design, operation and regulatory permitting.
• Proficiency in project management tools and resource allocation planning.
• PMP certification highly preferred; knowledge of activated carbon systems and GAC reactivation, Taiwanese environmental regulations and licensing, and contract negotiation also preferred.