Associate, Project Development

Pivot Energy; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Four weeks vacation

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

401(k) matching

Remote work stipend

Public transit reimbursement

Volunteer PTO

Education reimbursements

Job summary

Pivot Energy is seeking a Project Development Associate to support solar site assessments, permitting document preparation, and coordination with developers and directors of project development. The role involves landowner outreach, title documentation, and submittal preparation for permitting authorities, with strong organization and multitasking required.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in renewable energy development, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in renewable energy development.
• Excellent communication and public relations skills.
• Ability to drive to sites and permitting authorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Developers and Directors of Project Development with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Evaluate site viability through visits, diligence reviews and permitting process analysis.
• Meet with landowners and assist with title commitments and land use documents.
• Create submittal documents for permitting authorities.
• Organize projects and maintain files using Pivot’s processes (Procore & Salesforce).
• Monitor interconnection portal communications and respond to study deadlines.
• Assist with community events, take notes, publish meeting minutes.

Skills

Renewable energy development

Communication skills

Public relations

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Procore

Salesforce

Tools

Procore

Salesforce

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Project Development Associate will be involved in supporting project development efforts. The Associate will support solar site assessments for critical issues related to project development, as well as provide support for the preparation of permitting documents. The Project Development Associate will also support Developers and Directors in management of third-party contractors, preparation and execution of land use permits, public outreach, community meetings, land use hearings, interconnection studies, and critical real estate and landowner document support. There are many moving pieces to develop solar projects, and the ability to prioritize, multitask, effectively communicate, and remain highly organized is paramount.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Project Development Associate will be responsible for the following items, among others, and will be provided with the tools and resources to succeed and grow within the role.
• The Project Development Associate will be responsible for the following items, among others, and will be provided with the tools and resources to succeed and grow within the role.
• Support Developers and Directors of Project Development performing a wide variety of project development tasks with a high degree of accuracy and organization.
• Evaluate the viability of sites through site visits, desktop diligence review, local permitting process analysis, and review of various site conditions (i.e., environmental reports, geotech studies, topography surveys, grid compatibility, etc.).
• Meet with landowners, secure real property documents as needed, and assist with title commitment curative tasks.
• Assist in identifying and creating necessary submittal documents for permitting authorities.
• Organize projects and maintain files, budgets, and project records using Pivot’s internal processes, databases, and project management software (Procore & Salesforce).
• Monitor utility interconnection portal communication and coordinate and respond to study deadlines.
• Assist, support, and attend community events to discuss solar with stakeholders; Plan community events, complete mailings to invite stakeholders, take notes during events, and produce and publish meeting minutes from events.
• Coordinate with outside vendors such as civil and environmental consultants; produce meeting minutes and process invoices in accordance with work authorizations.
• As needed, assist Developers and Directors of Project Development with other tasks related to project development activities.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Minimum of 1- 3 years of experience in renewable energy development
• Excellent communication and public relations skills, and a positive attitude to enhance the company’s reputation through interpersonal interactions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to communicate effectively with project stakeholders with varying knowledge of solar project concepts
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to sites and permitting authorities
• Ability to travel up to 1/3 of the time, make own travel arrangements, and be self-reliant

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

• Familiarity in all basic computer programs, Microsoft Office Suite, GIS Programs (particularly Google Earth, and project management programs (particularly Smartsheet and SalesforceSelf-starter who can work with limited supervision, readily asks questions, and embraces tasks outside of their comfort zoneAbility to prioritize tasks and manage complex evaluation processes across a broad range of projects across a portfolio.
• Ability to anticipate project requirements and address long-lead time items to limit schedule slip
• Understanding of real estate title, tax maps, deeds, and parcel identification

$70,000 - $85,000 a year

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The estimated base salary range for this position is $70,0000-$85,000, depending on relevant experience, along with eligibility for the company’s substantial bonus plan and commission plan with a target bonus of 20% of annual salary (prorated in the first year based on start date).

Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees, placing an emphasis on company culture and a focus on our people.

To that end, Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:

• Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
• Four weeks of vacation
• Company-paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
• Generous parental leave
• 401(k) matching (after vesting period)
• Work-from-home stipend for new employees
• Public transit reimbursement
• PTO for volunteering in the community
• Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
• Professional development and educational reimbursements
• A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.

ABOUT PIVOT

Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real cost