Lead Economic Development Project Mgr

NextEra Energy Resources; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Job summary

NextEra Energy is seeking a Lead Economic Development Project Manager in Florida to manage a portfolio of economic development projects within the FPL service territory. This role requires deep sector knowledge and the ability to drive project management and lead generation while representing the FPL Office of Economic Development at conferences and industry events.

The candidate will oversee strategy implementation, prospect outreach, government relations, and incentive processes, coordinating

Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 6+ years of experience required; Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee statewide economic development strategy implementation within the service territory.
• Initiate contact with prospects and gather information for recruitment plans.
• Build relationships with local government, community leaders, and stakeholders to facilitate collaboration.
• Develop detailed proposals, provide sales presentations, and guide incentives processes.
• Conduct market research for new business development or partnerships.
• Coordinate responses between Rates/Regulatory, Power Delivery, and potential customers.

Education

High School Grad / GED

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Lead Economic Development Project Mgr

Date: Aug 28, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 96130

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

The Lead Economic Development Project Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of economic development projects within FPL’s service territory. The role requires deep knowledge of target industry sectors and the ability to leverage that expertise to execute comprehensive project management and support lead generation efforts for the benefit of Florida, while representing the FPL Office of Economic Development amongst stakeholders and business leaders at sales conferences, trade shows, and industry events.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees the development and implementation of a statewide economic development strategy that can be integrated throughout the service territory
• Initiates contact with assigned prospects, interviews to obtain information regarding scope of project, economic development potential, and collects intelligence necessary for the creation of a recruitment sales plan
• Builds relationships with top level local government officials, community leaders, and the public to facilitate collaboration of economic planning and development efforts between the company and local communities
• Develops detailed written proposals, provides sales presentations, guides prospects through state and local incentive process
• Conducts market research analysis studies for new business development, agency partnerships or workforce planning
• Directs corporate responses between Rates/Regulatory, Power Delivery and other potential customers looking to relocate or expand within our service territory
• Manages the promotion, implementation and regulatory requirements for the business recruitment rate programs
• Manages the PoweringFlorida.com property database, ensures property listings are complete and accurate and recommends upgrades and enhancements as appropriate
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 6+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree

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: Legal/Regulatory/External Affairs
Organization: Florida Power & Light Company
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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