Director of Development

JD Ross Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company located in Houston is looking for an experienced professional to lead utility-scale solar projects from permitting through to Notice to Proceed (NTP). The role requires strong MISO interconnection experience and expertise in project management, stakeholder relationships, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years in solar development and proven skills in scheduling and risk management.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of utility-scale solar development experience.
• Proven MISO interconnection experience, including participation in DPP and/or later-stage study cycles.
• Strong background in permitting, interconnection strategy, project scheduling, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from permitting through NTP, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Oversee county and state permitting pathways and community interactions.
• Manage development schedules, budgets, risk registers, and deliverables.

Skills

Utility-scale solar development experience

MISO interconnection experience

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Job description

• Lead projects from permitting through NTP, ensuring all regulatory, technical, and land requirements are met.
• Oversee county and state permitting pathways, community interactions, and key external stakeholders.
• Manage development schedules, budgets, risk registers, and critical path deliverables.
• Ensure all environmental, engineering, and land/title components are completed and aligned with construction needs

MISO Interconnection & DPP Execution

• Serve as the internal lead for MISO Definitive Planning Phase (DPP) activities.
• Oversee all interactions with MISO and Transmission Owners throughout the study cycle.
• Model and data submissions
• Interconnection study review and interpretation
• Network upgrade assessments and cost/schedule implications
• Partner with engineering, legal, and consultants throughout GIA negotiation and execution.
• Translate study outcomes and upgrade requirements into actionable development decisions and mitigation strategies

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of utility‑scale solar development experience.
• Proven MISO interconnection experience, including participation in DPP and/or later-stage study cycles.
• Strong background in permitting, interconnection strategy, project scheduling, and risk management.
• Experience supporting or managing GIA process steps.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to represent the company effectively with MISO, Transmission Owners, permitting bodies, landowners, and community stakeholders.
• Lead and develop a small team of project developers.
• Provide direction, mentorship, and support to ensure high‑quality execution.