Development Manager

Green Recruitment Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k)

Flex-time schedule

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Georgia seeks an experienced Project Developer to manage and oversee utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams and handle project strategy, scheduling, and permitting. A 4-year degree and over 5 years of experience in renewable energy development are required. The position emphasizes strong project management and leadership skills, with a travel requirement of over 25%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of development experience in the renewable energy industry required.
• Proven track record in utility-scale project management and renewable energy contract negotiations.
• Knowledge of regional environmental and site permitting processes required.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall project strategy plans.
• Coordinate local, state, and federal permitting processes.
• Support the negotiation of power purchase and asset sale agreements.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Negotiation

Knowledge of Renewable Energy

Education

4-year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Our client is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility‑scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 36.5 GW, their diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full‑service model, our client manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities. They are committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost‑competitive electricity to the marketplace.

Position Details

We are looking for an experienced project developer to manage utility‑scale energy centers (solar, storage, and at times load centers) in the West/Northwest region, focused in the BPA service territory. The successful candidate will lead cross‑functional project teams that consist of internal staff and external consultants with expertise in engineering, meteorology and resource assessment, permitting, environmental studies, real estate/title, and transmission. Previous experience in utility‑scale solar or wind development is strongly preferred. Technical skills in the above‑listed areas aren’t necessary, but good judgment, project management, and leadership skills are.

Responsibilities

• Creation and management of overall project strategy plans
• Project schedule, critical path, and critical issues management and reporting
• Site acquisition, including landowner lease negotiations
• Coordination of local, state, and federal permitting processes
• Coordination of project environmental and wildlife studies
• Creation and management of a project's public relations plan
• Project budget and cash flow projection, management and tracking
• Coordination of the project interconnection process
• Support in the identification and screening of project opportunities
• Coordination of preliminary project design and pro forma financial model
• Support the negotiation of power purchase and asset sale agreements
• Participate and communicate with the team on relevant regulatory or legislative matters at the local or state level
• Must be willing to travel 25%+ of the time

Job Requirements

• 4-year college degree required
• 5+ years of development experience in the renewable energy industry required
• Knowledge of regional environmental and site permitting processes required
• Proven track record in utility scale project management and renewable energy contract negotiations
• Knowledge of renewable energy industry‑specific regulatory and legislative frameworks required
• Experience working with federal projects preferred
• Experience working with tribal nations preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc., required
• Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software experience preferred
• Leadership traits are key; must have the ability to successfully lead cross‑functional and dynamic project teams in a matrix organization

Compensation & Benefits

• Title and compensation commensurate with experience
• Vacation & Holidays: Paid Time Off plus 14 paid company holidays
• Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; life insurance; 401(k)
• Our client has a culture that embraces a "flex-time" schedule to maximize both productivity and work‑life balance