Director, Project Development – Gas-Fired Power Plant

174 Power Global; Poland; Remote; PLN 544,000 - 726,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider is seeking a Director of Project Development for gas-fired power plants. This pivotal role is responsible for evaluating project sites, managing permitting, and negotiating commercial contracts. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in this field, especially within ERCOT, and possesses deep knowledge of U.S. energy markets and permitting processes. This position offers a chance to lead significant development initiatives within a growing company.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in gas-fired power plant development.
• Strong understanding of U.S. permitting and power markets.
• Experience with commercial contract structures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate candidate sites for viability.
• Manage permitting processes and build stakeholder relationships.
• Lead grid interconnection and develop fuel supply strategies.

Skills

Gas-fired power plant development

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Technical expertise in energy markets

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Director, Project Development – Gas-Fired Power Plant

Houston, TX

COMPANY OVERVIEW

174 Power Global, headquartered in Irvine, California, is a member of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 firm that is among the eight largest business enterprises in South Korea. 174 Power Global designs, builds and manages renewable energy solutions. The company brings a decade of global leadership in renewable energy to North America, combining best-of-world technology, processes, and partnerships to deliver utility-grade energy solutions customized for local energy markets. 174 Power Global offers the full spectrum of energy solutions – from power plant development, design, construction, operations, and maintenance. With proven capabilities across the renewable energy value chain. 174 Power Global is expanding into data centers, leveraging internal knowledge and expertise, the company will secure and enable clean/renewable powered sites for data center development. Our focus is on attracting clients who will build and operate these data centers, ensuring their needs are met through our high-value, innovative solutions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director, Project Development – Gas-Fired Power Plant will lead the full lifecycle of development for gas-fired power projects in the ERCOT region. This includes site identification, feasibility analysis, permitting, commercial contract negotiation, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. The role is pivotal in ensuring successful project execution aligned with strategic growth objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate candidate sites for technical, environmental, and commercial viability.
• Manage permitting processes including generation licenses and environmental assessments.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, municipalities, and local communities.
• Lead grid interconnection efforts in coordination with utilities and internal teams.
• Commercial Contract Management
• Develop fuel supply strategies including gas sourcing and pipeline access.
• Negotiate and execute power off-take agreements (PPA, Tolling).
• Oversee operational contracts (O&M, Asset Management, Energy Management) to ensure reliable plant operations.
• Project Feasibility & Economic Analysis
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Support investment decisions through financial modeling and strategic analysis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in gas-fired power plant development, with proven success in ERCOT.
• Deep understanding of U.S. permitting, power markets, and commercial contract structures.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation capabilities.
• Technical and financial expertise in evaluating project risks and returns.
• Strong understanding of energy market dynamics, including capacity markets, ancillary services, and merchant risk.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Energy, or related field (Master’s preferred).

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