Director, Renewable Development - Eastern US Projects

Invenergy, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy LLC in Chicago, IL seeks a Director of Renewable Development to lead utility-scale project development across wind, solar, and storage in the Eastern US. The role involves moving mid-stage projects to contracts and construction, pursuing greenfield development and M&A opportunities.

You will manage teams and coordinate with landowners, officials, and stakeholders, with 25–50% travel and a strong focus on interconnection strategies and permitting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• 10+ years in energy project development or related fields.
• Experience leading a team and travel 25-50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead wind, solar, and storage development strategies in the MISO, PJM, and TVA markets.
• Secure site control through leases, easements and other landowner agreements.
• Coordinate permitting and interconnection activities, including interconnection strategy.
• Oversee project budgets and schedules and coordinate internal/external support.
• Collaborate with engineering and environmental teams to move projects toward construction.

Skills

Team leadership

Project development

Wind & solar

Interconnection

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Invenergy LLC in Chicago, IL seeks a Director of Renewable Development to lead utility-scale project development across wind, solar, and storage in the Eastern US. The role involves moving mid-stage projects to contracts and construction, pursuing greenfield development and M&A opportunities.

You will manage teams and coordinate with landowners, officials, and stakeholders, with 25–50% travel and a strong focus on interconnection strategies and permitting.