Project Development Analyst

Solar Landscape; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training / Professional development

401(k) with company match

Summer Fridays

Flexible remote/hybrid work options

Parental leave

Team lunches, events, and stocked/kits

Modern office spaces (NYC, Asbury Park

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Solar Landscape seeks a Project Development Analyst to drive strategic initiatives within Operations and improve cross-functional processes in a fast-paced renewable energy environment.

The role suits recent graduates or professionals with 1+ year of data-driven experience, collaborating with project managers, engineering, finance, and external stakeholders to advance projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, economics, environmental studies, or related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to turn data into insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to juggle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Excel / Google Sheets, and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project management and track progress across cross-functional initiatives.
• Research zoning, permitting, environmental factors, and land-use considerations.
• Coordinate stakeholder communication and maintain project documentation.
• Analyze operational data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Document SOPs and suggest process improvements to boost throughput.
• Support KPI tracking, timelines, and leadership updates.
• Collaborate with engineering, legal, and finance teams on requirements and risk.
• Support strategic initiatives across Operations and prepare executive materials.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Excel / Google Sheets

Data visualization tools

PM tools (Asana/Smartsheet/Notion)

Engineering background helpful

Interest in clean energy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, economics, environmental studies, or related field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Asana

Smartsheet

Notion

Job description

About Us

Solar Landscape is the nation’s leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners.

Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we’re building the future of energy, and it shows:

• Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025
• Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies
• Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026

That doesn’t happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you’ll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn’t limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability.

Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us.

About The Role

We are seeking a Project Development Analyst to support strategic initiatives within our Operations team and enhance operational excellence across the company. This is a highly cross-functional, opportunity for a mission-driven individual to learn and grow in a dynamic and fast-paced renewable energy environment.

This role is ideal for recent graduates or emerging professionals with 1+ years of experience who enjoy working with data, improving processes, and contributing to strategic decision-making. As a Project Development Analyst, you will work closely with project managers, engineering, finance, and external stakeholders to ensure projects are advanced efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical and organizational skills with a passion for renewable energy and a collaborative mindset. Candidates with engineering backgrounds are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Project Management Assistance:

• Help manage and track progress on cross-functional projects to ensure timely delivery and alignment with broader strategic goals
• Conduct research on zoning, permitting requirements, environmental factors, and land-use restrictions
• Coordinate with stakeholders across teams to maintain project documentation and follow-up

Process Improvement & Analysis:

• Collect and analyze operational data to identify bottlenecks, delays, or inefficiencies in project processes (e.g., project development or engineering)
• Help document standard operating procedures and suggest improvements to increase project throughput and team productivity

KPI Tracking & Performance Reporting:

• Support the creation and monitoring of operational key performance indicators (KPIs), including project timelines, cycle time metrics, and team performance dashboards
• Create regular updates to senior leadership on project statuses, bottlenecks, and risks

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with engineering, legal, and finance teams to align project requirements and risk assessments
• Facilitate the flow of information across teams to keep development milestones on track

Strategic & Operational Support:

• Assist in the coordination and execution of key strategic initiatives across Operations (e.g., Project Development, Interconnection, Preconstruction, Execution, Technology, Finance)
• Support the Project Development team in preparing presentations, reports, and materials for executive decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, economics, environmental studies, or related field
• Some experience in business operations, energy, or related fields through full-time roles, internships, or project-based work
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to turn data into insights
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable juggling multiple tasks
• Proficient in Excel / Google Sheets, and preferably data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker)
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, Notion) is a plus
• Engineering background or coursework is preferred but not required
• Interest in clean energy, sustainability, or infrastructure is a strong plus

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to high-impact strategic and operational work across one of the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S
• Hands-on experience working with senior leaders across multiple departments
• A front-row seat to the solar energy revolution and a chance to help accelerate climate solutions
• Mentorship, learning opportunities, and career development in a values-driven organization

Benefits And Perks

We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:

• Training / Professional development opportunities
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Summer Fridays
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options
• Paid parental leave
• Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
• Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

ADA Accommodation Statement

Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.