Director, Development - US West

LVI Associates; Utah; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Director of Development for the Western U.S. to lead market expansion in Utah or Washington.

The role focuses on identifying and advancing district energy, thermal utility, and related infrastructure opportunities while cultivating relationships with key stakeholders. The candidate will drive pipeline development, pursue complex projects, and coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, finance, operations, and regulatory groups to shape proposals and

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in business development, energy, infrastructure, utilities, real estate development, or consulting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of infrastructure and energy opportunities across target Western U.S. markets.
• Build strategic relationships with developers, municipalities, utilities, institutions, and industry partners.
• Lead complex pursuits from early-stage opportunity identification through commercial structuring and internal approvals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, operations, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Develop proposals, presentations, and business cases that communicate technical and commercial value.
• Monitor market trends, policy developments, and competitive activity to identify new opportunities.
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.

Skills

Senior business development experience

Stakeholder relationship management

Western U.S. markets knowledge

District energy/thermal infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Director, Development - Western U.S.

Must be located in: Utah or Washington.

My client, a growing owner and developer of energy infrastructure assets, is seeking a senior business development professional to lead market expansion efforts across the Western U.S. This role will be responsible for identifying, shaping, and advancing district energy, thermal utility, and related infrastructure opportunities while building strong relationships with key market stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of infrastructure and energy opportunities across target Western U.S. markets.
• Build strategic relationships with developers, municipalities, utilities, institutions, and industry partners.
• Lead complex pursuits from early-stage opportunity identification through commercial structuring and internal approvals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, operations, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Develop proposals, presentations, and business cases that effectively communicate technical and commercial value.
• Monitor market trends, policy developments, and competitive activity to identify new opportunities.
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in business development, energy, infrastructure, utilities, real estate development, or consulting.
• Proven success leading complex pursuits and managing senior-level stakeholder relationships.
• Strong knowledge of Western U.S. markets and development ecosystems.
• Experience with district energy, renewable energy, HVAC systems, thermal infrastructure, utilities, or large-scale development projects is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; MBA or advanced degree considered an asset.

Opportunity

This is a highly visible leadership role offering significant autonomy and influence over regional growth strategy. The successful candidate will help build a long-term pipeline of energy infrastructure investments while working closely with executive leadership to drive expansion across key Western markets.