Director Development

NextEra Energy Resources; North Palm Beach, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources is a leading electricity generator focused on developing, structuring, and contracting infrastructure solutions for hyperscalers and large load customers. The Director will oversee negotiations, manage complex projects from conception to completion, and ensure alignment with power markets and interconnection processes.

The role requires 10+ years of experience, a strong background in business development and project leadership, and the ability to drive contracting

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in related field.

Responsibilities

• Translates company financial, commercial, risk management, technical and operating goals into contracting strategies and objectives.
• Leads internal cross-functional teams through solicitation and negotiation processes.
• Builds and maintains relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Oversees contracting budgets and schedules for assigned projects.
• Delivers contracts that position project execution for success.
• Provides periodic updates to senior management.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

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Director Development

Date: Oct 2, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

We are seeking a Director to join our team that is focused on developing, structuring, and contracting infrastructure solutions for hyperscalers and other large load customers. The ideal candidate will have experience negotiating commercial agreements and developing infrastructure projects, with the ability to successfully lead complex projects from conception to completion. Relevant experience includes deep understanding of power markets, energy modeling, and electrical transmission interconnection, with strong project management and communication skills. Desired characteristics of candidates include grit, intelligence, a passion for energy, and competitive drive.

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Translates company financial, commercial, risk management, technical and operating goals into effective contracting strategies and objectives
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external strategic partners
• Assembles and leads internal cross functional, multi-disciplined teams through the solicitation and negotiation processes
• Provides overall leadership and drive key decisions during negotiations
• Delivers on contracting objectives and proforma requirements
• Delivers contracts that position the internal project execution team for maximum success
• Manages the contracting budget and schedule for assigned projects
• Provides periodic updates to and interact with senior management
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad/GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 10+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Business Administration
• Master's - Business Administration

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Business Development
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

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Nearest Secondary Market: Miami