Project Development Manager

Renovo Search; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Renovo Search is seeking a Project Development Manager to lead utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects across the Mid-Continent region. This remote role involves managing project development from inception to pre-construction, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in renewable energy project development and excellent negotiation skills.

Benefits

401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy project development.
• Strong knowledge of interconnection processes and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience negotiating land agreements and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure development opportunities for utility-scale projects.
• Manage project development activities including land acquisition and permitting.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Renewable Energy, Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Financial modeling

Project economics

Risk analysis

Job description

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Base pay range

$145,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

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Job Title: Project Development Manager – Utility-Scale Solar & Battery Energy Storage

Location: Remote

Salary Range: $140,000 – $175,000

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Development Manager to drive the development of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects ranging from 50 MW to 800 MW across the Mid-Continent region of the United States. This remote role offers the opportunity to lead projects from inception through permitting, interconnection, and pre-construction phases, working with a cross-functional team to bring large-scale renewable energy projects to fruition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and secure development opportunities for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects.
• Manage project development activities, including land acquisition, permitting, environmental studies, and interconnection applications.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, utilities, landowners, and local communities.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments to ensure successful milestones.
• Lead due diligence efforts and coordinate with engineering, finance, and construction teams to optimize project viability.
• Monitor and analyze market trends, policy developments, and transmission constraints within the Mid-Continent region.
• Negotiate key agreements, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), land leases, and development contracts.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and permitting requirements at the local, state, and federal levels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Renewable Energy, Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy project development, focusing on solar and battery energy storage.
• Strong knowledge of interconnection processes, permitting, and regulatory frameworks in the Mid-Continent region.
• Experience negotiating land agreements, permitting approvals, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, project economics, and risk analysis.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 25%) for site visits, meetings, and stakeholder engagement.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary ($140,000 – $175,000) with potential performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead impactful renewable energy projects in a growing industry.
• A collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to sustainability and innovation.
• Flexible remote work structure with travel opportunities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy

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401(k)

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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