Manager, Development (East Region)

Invenergy, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Bonus program eligibility

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in Chicago is looking for a Manager of Development to oversee utility-scale solar and wind projects across the United States. This role entails managing project development stages, interacting with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with company strategy. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in renewable energy and a Bachelor's degree. The position offers a base salary between $120,000 and $160,000 annually with a competitive bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of work experience in renewable energy or relevant industry.
• Strong organizational and time management skills are essential.
• Ability to write effective and concise reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage wind and/or solar projects throughout the US.
• Lead development activities across all project stages.
• Secure site control for development prospects.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Renewable energy expertise

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college program

Job description

Manager, Development (East Region) page is loaded## Manager, Development (East Region)locations: Chicago, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10486Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.**Job Description****About the Team**Invenergy’s Renewable Development team is responsible for generating new wind, solar, and storage opportunities for the company by identifying potential projects and advancing them through the development process. This includes site identification, permitting, resource measurement, establishing interconnection positions and community engagement.**Position Overview**As a Manager, Renewable Development, you will manage the development of utility-scale solar and wind energy projects throughout the United States. This position will be in our Chicago headquarters. to learn more!**Responsibilities*** Manage wind and/or solar projects within the United States* Lead development activities in early, mid, and/or late stages of the project* Align projects with long-term company strategy and initiatives* Identify development prospects, including market assessments, fatal flaw identification and initial site reconnaissance* Secure site control for development prospects, including negotiating leases, easements and other agreements with landowners.* Coordinate landowner communication efforts.* Take a lead role in obtaining certain local, state and/or federal permits* Represent Invenergy LLC with customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders.* Initiate and manage generation interconnection activities.* Oversee project design.* Assist project budgeting and scheduling.* Manage tasks according to budgets and schedules, including coordinating internal and external technical support. **Minimum Qualifications*** A BS or BA from an accredited college program.* 6+ years’ work experience in the renewable and clean energy industry or relevant work experience.* A valid driver's license* Travel as needed, anticipated 25% of the time* Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.**Preferred Qualifications*** Bachelor’s in Business or Engineer, Master’s Degree or MBA is a plus* Ability to manage the development and strategic process for wind and/or solar energy projects.* Strong organizational, networking, leadership, time management, and accounting skills.* Strong public speaking and personal skills.* Ability to write effective, concise reports.* Familiarity with solar project development, real estate development, transmission and power project engineering are advantageous.* Several years of experience in similar role preferred.**Base Pay**$120,000.00 - $160,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 25% - 40%The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.