Project Development Associate, Contract

Total Energies; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies Renewables USA is seeking a Project Development Analyst to advance solar and energy storage opportunities with Fortune 500 and public-sector clients. You will blend technical analysis, financial modeling, and policy research to move early-stage opportunities toward executed contracts.

The role requires strong quantitative skills, advanced Excel, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.
• Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills, including advanced Excel proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—you collaborate easily and think clearly.
• A growth mindset and eagerness to learn new tools, markets, and technologies.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
• Positive, humble, team-oriented attitude.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop Solar & Storage Projects: support the development of commercial & industrial solar and energy storage projects from initial lead through booking and contract execution.
• Technical & Financial Analysis: use industry tools to size systems and evaluate performance; build and refine financial models to maximize value.
• Market, Policy & Incentives Research: research incentives, tariffs, tax structures, building codes, and market policies.
• Collaboration & Deal Execution: partner daily with multiple teams; support post-award activities and improve processes.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: perform data analytics to support pipeline decisions and pricing.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Growth mindset

Team oriented

Detail oriented

Project prioritization

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Financial modeling

Job description

Context & Environment

Why TotalEnergies? You'll join a fast-growing, mission-driven team working on the front lines of the energy transition. Your work will directly support the deployment of clean energy solutions for some of the most influential organizations in the country - all while learning from experienced developers and gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle. At TotalEnergies, analysis turns into action, and your contributions make a tangible impact.

Help Power the Energy Transition-One Project at a Time

TotalEnergies Renewables USA is accelerating the growth of distributed solar and energy storage across the country—and we're looking for a Project Development Analyst to help bring impactful, customer-driven projects to life. In this role, you'll work at the heart of our commercial development engine, supporting 20-25 projects per year for large customers including Fortune 500 companies, institutional clients, and public sector organizations. You'll blend technical analysis, financial modeling, policy research, and creative problem-solving to turn early-stage opportunities into executed contracts.

Activities

What You’ll Do

• Develop Solar & Storage ProjectsSupport the development of commercial & industrial solar and energy storage projects from initial lead through booking and contract execution.Evaluate customer goals, site conditions, and utility data to determine project feasibility and optimal system design.
• Technical & Financial AnalysisUse industry-leading tools like Helioscope, Aurora, PVsyst, PVSim, and Energy Toolbase to size systems and evaluate performance.Build and refine financial models (cash sale, lease, PPA, and other structures) to maximize customer value and project returns.Value-engineer solutions to optimize project economics and competitiveness.
• Market, Policy & Incentives ResearchResearch incentives, tariffs, tax structures, building codes, and market-specific policies.Support new market entry with policy analysis and regulatory insights.Identify and apply incentives that improve project profitability.
• Collaboration & Deal ExecutionPartner daily with Business Development, Project Finance, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and O&M teams.Support post-award activities including contracts, handoff to execution teams, and ongoing deal optimization.Help improve internal processes, templates, and analytics tools critical to commercial success.
• Data-Driven Problem SolvingPerform data analytics to support pipeline decisions, pricing strategies, and customer offerings.Manage multiple active opportunities while adapting to shifting priorities.

Candidate Profile

What you Bring?

• Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record.
• Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills, including advanced Excel proficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills-you collaborate easily and think clearly.
• A growth mindset and eagerness to learn new tools, markets, and technologies.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
• Positive, humble, team-oriented attitude.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.

Joining TotalEnergies means committing to the energy transition and helping provide energy that is more affordable, more available, and more sustainable for as many people as possible.

You will grow within an international multi-energy company where every talent matters. You will contribute to ambitious projects and deliver concrete solutions to today's energy challenges. Throughout your career, you will benefit from a wide variety of assignments and tailored learning opportunities. You will fully develop your potential in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence. Join committed and collaborative teams where success is built together.

We place respect and employee well-being at the heart of our performance. That is why TotalEnergies values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.