Renewables Project Developer / Development Associate (Canada) - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting LLC; Canada; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering renewable energy venture as a Project Developer in a fully remote role. This dynamic position offers the chance to work on utility-scale energy storage projects, collaborating with landowners and stakeholders to identify ideal development sites. With a strong commitment to renewable infrastructure, the company provides a competitive salary, flexible work hours, and a transparent leadership team. If you are passionate about sustainable energy and have experience in project development and land negotiations, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a team driving innovation and expansion in the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Open PTO Policy

Flexible Work Hours

Comprehensive Benefits

Transparent Executive Leadership Team

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in renewable energy, focusing on project development and land negotiations.
• Hands-on experience with real estate transactions and project financing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and site land opportunities for renewable energy projects.
• Negotiate site control agreements with landowners.
• Support development activities for utility-scale projects.

Skills

Renewable Energy Project Development

Land Negotiations

Real Estate Transactions

Project Siting and Permitting

Communication Skills

RFP/RFI Process

Energy Storage Experience

Job description

Full time | ThinkBAC Consulting | Remote Job

Posted On 12/03/2024

Job Information

Work Experience 4-5 years

Energy and Utilities

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Project Developer / Development Associate - Renewables & Energy Storage

Locations: FULLY REMOTE (CANADA)

This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading renewable energy venture with strong private equity backing that is focused on the development, execution, and operations of dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects. They are at the forefront of the industry, have accumulated over 9GW of projects in a relatively short period of time, and are currently in an accelerated expansion phase which includes the growth of their Project Development Team in Canada.

The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of the renewable energy project development life-cycle and specific experience researching/identifying land opportunities that may make for ideal development sites. Another key aspect of the role will be handling the negotiations/agreements that take place with landowners as well as other key stakeholders (local governments, economic development entities, utilities, etc.) involved in the acquisition and development of the land. Any experience with land permitting is a HUGE plus.

They are committed to creating more renewable infrastructure solutions for the grid and are offering comprehensive compensation packages to their employees leading the drive to meet company goals. Other perks include a competitive base salary, open PTO policy, flexible work hours, benefits, the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team, and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Renewables Project Developer / Project Development Associate will identify, research, prospect, and site land opportunities for utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects through collaborative community efforts with landowners.
• The Renewables Project Developer / Project Development Associate will work on all initiatives related to site acquisition, financing, and development of utility-scale energy storage and renewable energy projects including initiating as well as responding to RFPs (request for proposals).
• The Renewables Project Developer / Project Development Associate will negotiate with landowners on site control agreements for utility-scale renewable and energy storage projects.
• The Renewables Project Developer / Project Development Associate will support development activities for both new and ongoing utility-scale renewable and energy storage projects in the company's portfolio with an emphasis on tax abatement, permitting, and environmental compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5+ years of utility-scale renewable energy, energy storage, battery storage, LNG, and/or natural gas experience working with IPPs / Developers / Owners.
• MUST have a breadth of hands-on experience with real estate transactions and contracts for projects with developers in the renewables, natural gas, LNG, or energy storage space.
• Solid understanding of the RFP / RFI process as it relates to project development initiatives.
• Well versed in project siting, permitting, prospecting, and other due diligence initiatives for utility-scale renewable (solar, wind, battery storage) projects.
• Hands-on experience utilizing site prospecting, land negotiations, and support of project financing initiatives.
• Any exposure or project experience with energy storage, battery storage, or solar + storage is a HUGE PLUS.
• Strong communication skills are a MUST and needed to be efficient in this role.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic team-oriented environment.