Associate Project Developer, Utility Scale Solar

rPlus Energies; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Project Developer to lead renewable energy projects in a dynamic environment. This role involves overseeing the entire project development process, from site evaluation to construction handoff, while managing budgets, schedules, and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the solar industry and electric utility project development, showcasing strong project management skills. With a commitment to delivering projects on time and on budget, this innovative firm offers a collaborative work culture and a chance to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector. If you are passionate about sustainable energy and ready for a challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

100% Company Paid Disability Leave

Health Savings Account

Annual Bonus Program

Training & Development Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

11 Paid Holidays

Free Onsite Parking

Onsite Gym

Qualifications

• 5+ years in solar or electric utility project development.
• Expertise in project management, permitting, and design.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of project development from site evaluation to handoff.
• Coordinate with vendors and manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Solar Industry Experience

Jurisdictional Permitting

Cost Estimating

Advanced Communication Skills

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Geospatial Software

Job description

rPlus is a team of committed energy industry professionals working together to develop large-scale renewable energy generation and electric storage projects in the United States. rPlus is a market leader in the western US with a proven track record of delivering projects to utility and corporate customers on time and on budget. rPlus specializes in bringing projects to market through partnership with the private sector, municipalities, utilities, and industry-leading technology and service providers. Its portfolio consists of a strategic mix of solar, solar plus battery, wind, and pumped storage hydro facilities. rPlus is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and is backed by Gardner Group and Sandbrook Capital.

Position Overview

The Project Developer manages and coordinates all aspects of the project development process, from early-stage site evaluation and site control, through complete development and handoff to a Construction Manager. The Project Developer is responsible for planning, scheduling and managing scope and budget for vendors, coordinating company resources such as legal, engineering, pre-construction and navigating interconnection studies, site design, EPC selection, and financing due diligence efforts. The Project Developer will be assigned to multiple projects simultaneously depending on project status and individual project development needs and is responsible for communicating project updates to various stakeholders.

Note: The position is based out of Salt Lake City, Utah with an estimate of 50% travel in support of regional business development.

General Responsibilities

• Identify and secure suitable development properties.
• Assess and anticipate deliverable needs; manage budget, schedules, and scope of work documents; communicate resource requirements to senior management; participate in contract review and RFP review.
• Manage project transitions and hand-offs from development to construction phases.
• Engage with, and manage, third party vendors by establishing MSA and NDA agreements, managing the scope, schedule and budgets of the work orders, and actively managing the output product of the vendor agreement.
• Provide technical input and direction to the following: site evaluation and characterization, permitting, technology selection, power purchase agreements, interconnect applications and agreements, financial modeling, title curative work and other project development aspects.
• Develop and evaluate options to optimize cost and scheduling and problem-solve as required to recover schedule.
• Represent rPlus in development, permitting and marketing meetings on engineering and technical issues.
• Primary interface with development directors and senior management on matters relating to development progress.
• Prepare projects for detailed and thorough third-party financing due diligence reviews.

Skill Requirements

• 5+ years solar industry or electric utility generation project development experience including project management, jurisdictional permitting, conceptual and detailed design, scope writing, scheduling, cost estimating, procurement, and contracting.
• BS degree, preferred - engineering discipline, desirable.
• Expert level of proficiency in Microsoft office suite software, project management and scheduling software.
• Comfortable with geospatial file types, methods and software.
• Advanced written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (80% premium covered).
• 100% company paid short & long term disability leave & life insurance 1x your salary.
• Health Savings Account (company contribution equal to deductible).
• Annual Bonus Program.
• Training & Development Programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Paid vacation.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Free onsite parking & onsite gym for Salt Lake & Boise based employees.