Project Development Manager

TransGrid Energy; Georgia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TransGrid Energy is seeking a Development Manager to oversee the lifecycle development of renewable energy projects, particularly in battery energy storage and integrated energy systems. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams and ensure projects progress through defined strategies and timelines.

Applicants should have extensive experience in grid-scale BESS, interconnection processes, and project management. An ability to drive execution from concept through EPC readiness is essential. Opportunity to work with a leading renewable energy company in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of experience in BESS, renewables, or data center development.
• Strong knowledge of interconnection processes, permitting, and site control.
• Experience managing complex schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead development execution for assigned projects from intake through EPC readiness.
• Define and execute project development strategies.
• Advance and secure site control and permitting approvals.
• Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

BESS development experience

Project management

Cross-functional team leadership

Risk identification and mitigation

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

TransGrid Energy is a renewable energy company focused on investing, developing, owning and operating utility-scale battery energy storage systems and PV projects. TransGrid has a robust pipeline of projects under construction and in late-stage development, and the Company is actively expanding its energy asset portfolio across the United States.

As an affiliate company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company driven by a firm commitment to advancing the clean energy future, TransGrid Energy is striving to shape the renewable energy landscape by providing sustainable and reliable power solutions tailored to meet the energy needs of today and tomorrow.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Development Manager is responsible for leading the full lifecycle development of projects from initial intake through delivery of EPC-ready packages. This role sits at the center of the development organization and is accountable for maturing and de-risking projects by advancing site control, interconnection, permitting, and engineering integration. The Development Manager works cross-functionally with the Engineering Solutions, Commercial, and Regulatory teams to ensure each project progresses through defined go/no-go gates and is positioned for successful handoff to Project Execution.

This role requires a broad understanding of grid-scale BESS and integrated energy systems, including behind-the-meter (BTM) energy solutions, microgrids, and distributed energy resources (DERs), as well as the ability to manage complex stakeholder environments and development timelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead development execution for assigned projects from intake through EPC readiness


• Define and execute project development strategies, including risk identification and mitigation


• Advance and secure site control, interconnection agreements, and permitting approvals


• Integrate technical solutions into executable development plans


• Coordinate across internal teams and external stakeholders


• Drive go/no-go recommendations


• Prepare projects for EPC handoff and maintain continuity through COD

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7-12 years of experience in BESS, renewables, or data center development


• Experience developing BTM energy systems, microgrids, or DER-integrated projects preferred


• Strong knowledge of interconnection processes, permitting, and site control


• Familiarity with data center or large-load development preferred


• Experience managing cross-functional teams and external consultants


• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules, budgets, and risk frameworks.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

The ideal candidate for this role will have authorization to work in the US prior to joining TransGrid Energy LLC. This role will not sponsor or offer assistance with the sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

TransGrid Energy believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

TransGrid Energy is an Equal Opportunity / Affi­cative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.