Development Lead for Utility-Scale Solar & Storage (CA)

Longroad Energy; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Longroad Energy is seeking a Development Manager to advance utility-scale solar and energy storage projects in California. You will lead development from origination through financial close, coordinating across real estate, interconnection, and cross-functional teams to drive project execution.

The role requires travel within California, strong ownership, and the ability to manage complex programs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working for a renewable energy developer managing utility-scale development projects.
• Demonstrated experience advancing renewable energy projects through key development milestones.
• Experience leading development activities related to real estate, interconnection, project execution, stakeholder engagement, or project strategy.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Experience negotiating agreements and managing relationships with landowners, utilities, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of utility-scale renewable energy development processes and project economics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management capabilities.
• Ability to travel throughout California as required.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects from origination through financial close.
• Develop and execute project-specific development plans, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive project advancement by coordinating activities across development, engineering, finance, legal, environmental, interconnection, and construction teams.
• Identify, evaluate, and proactively manage project risks, opportunities, and critical path items.
• Prepare and present project recommendations, development updates, and investment materials to senior leadership and the Investment Committee.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Real estate

Interconnection strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Travel readiness

Job description

Longroad Energy is seeking a Development Manager to advance utility-scale solar and energy storage projects in California. You will lead development from origination through financial close, coordinating across real estate, interconnection, and cross-functional teams to drive project execution.

The role requires travel within California, strong ownership, and the ability to manage complex programs in a fast-paced environment.