Project Developer

EDPR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Developer to assist in managing renewable energy projects, including wind and solar. This dynamic role involves engaging with various stakeholders, conducting research, and supporting project management efforts. You will play a key part in the development process, from site identification to construction, ensuring all necessary permits and agreements are in place. If you're passionate about renewable energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of project management experience in energy or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of GIS tools and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development of renewable energy projects from site identification to construction.
• Conduct research and compile documentation for permits and agreements.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

GIS Tools (ESRI ArcGIS, Google Earth)

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Google Earth

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

General Description:



The Project Developer will provide project management assistance and task management supporting the development of renewable energy (wind and solar) projects from site identification through construction. This is a fast-paced and multi-faceted role facing multiple internal and external stakeholders and provides immediate exposure to commercial matters.

Main accountabilities:

• Identify and organize the development of wind and solar projects by creating and updating project maps and databases using GIS tools


• Represent EDPRNA in the field, working with Project Managers and landowners to create and amend agreements, options, leases, and land sales


• Assist with community outreach and other stakeholder management activities


• Conduct land, market, regulatory, and related project research


• Compile documentation, attend meetings, conduct necessary studies, and perform other tasks as needed to obtain permits for solar projects at the local, state, and federal level


• Assist with efforts to secure transmission and interconnection rights from utilities and transmission providers


• Participate in the preparation of proposals that are submitted to power purchasers including utilities, community choice aggregators, and commercial & industrial customers


• Support internal reporting and project tracking efforts


• Additional duties as required

Direct reports: None

Travel: up to 65%

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field


• 1 - 2 years of progressively responsible project management or development experience in energy or a related industry


• Strong knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and Google Earth software preferred


• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software with strong Excel skills

Behavioral requirements:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• High attention to detail


• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills


• Ability to work productively with limited supervision


• Strong interest in renewable energy


• Ability and willingness to travel and work overtime as needed

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment


• Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form


• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds


• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form


• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary