Project Development Manager / Senior Project Development Manager, Renewable Energy

Dylan Green; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a Project Development Manager to lead solar and storage projects in various U.S. regions. The role requires managing assets, evaluations, and collaboration across teams to meet project milestones. Candidates should have a background in solar or storage development and excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and the possibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in solar and/or storage development, ideally with market experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience guiding junior team members.
• Comfortable using key software tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive projects from early development through NTP.
• Oversee vendor coordination and align costs with investor expectations.
• Lead all aspects of the interconnection process.
• Handle local permitting and outreach for approvals.
• Support evaluation of acquisition targets.

Skills

Solar and/or storage development

Communication abilities

Leadership skills

Project management software

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering or business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

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Our client is a U.S.-based renewable energy company advancing the transition to clean power through large-scale solar and wind projects. With a growing portfolio of assets across multiple markets, the company plays a key role in decarbonizing the grid and delivering reliable, sustainable energy. Their mission-driven team brings deep expertise across development, project acquisition, and operations, and is expanding through strategic growth in the utility-scale sector.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Project Development Manager / Senior Project Development Manager to lead the advancement of solar and storage projects in PJM, ISO-NE, and NYISO. This role involves managing existing assets, evaluating new opportunities through acquisitions, and coordinating with teams across siting, finance, engineering, construction, and legal. The developer will oversee another member of the team and ensure project milestones are met. Ideal candidates will have deep experience navigating interconnection, permitting, and stakeholder processes in organized markets.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive both greenfield and acquired projects from early development through NTP, ensuring smooth handoff to finance, construction, and operations teams
• Oversee vendor and contractor coordination to align costs and deliverables with investor expectations across various markets
• Lead all aspects of the interconnection process, including filings, impact studies, grid upgrades, and negotiations with ISOs and utilities
• Handle local permitting and lead outreach to community members, agencies, and public officials to secure development approvals
• Track market developments and contribute insights on policy, permitting, and grid access to strengthen project success
• Support evaluation of acquisition targets, review diligence materials, and help onboard new assets into the project pipeline
• Manage timelines, budgets, and cash flow forecasts while keeping leadership informed of spending and development progress
• Communicate funding needs, risks, and financial expectations clearly to senior leadership
• Assist legal team with contract reviews and negotiations
• Align project work with company strategy through close coordination with internal team leads
• Build and maintain positive relationships with landowners, regulators, and community stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure a complete and accurate transition of development work to the EPC team at construction kickoff

Qualifications

• Proven track record in solar and/or storage development, ideally with experience in PJM or similar regional markets
• Undergraduate degree or comparable background in a related discipline such as engineering, or business
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Highly motivated and adaptable, with the capacity to juggle multiple priorities and thrive in both solo and team-driven settings
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience guiding and supporting junior team members
• Comfortable using key software tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and project management platforms
• Ability to work remote, with a preference for being based remotely on the East Coast

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy and Utilities

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