PROJECT DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - WIND

Zelestra; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Project Development Manager to lead the charge in advancing renewable energy projects. This role involves spearheading utility-scale projects, managing budgets, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful completion. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution while navigating the complexities of permitting and regulatory requirements. If you're passionate about making a difference in the clean energy sector and possess strong project management skills, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to decarbonization and help shape the future of energy!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in renewable energy project development.
• Proven track record in advancing wind energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Manage site selection, land acquisition, and interconnection agreements.

Skills

Renewable Energy Project Development

Financial Modeling

Communication Skills

Market Knowledge

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Legal, Science, or related field

Job description

Mission
At Zelestra, we are on a mission to change the world by making decarbonization a reality for our partners. As a client-focused, multi-technology, global renewable energy company, we work tirelessly to do things right, to push ourselves and our clients further, and to get the results that matter.

Date: Mar 28, 2025
Company: Zelestra
Location: USA, REMOTE

Job Overview
Zelestra is seeking a skilled Project Development Manager to lead key projects and support our growing U.S. clean energy portfolio, including wind, solar, and storage. You’ll be part of a newly formed early stage development team contributing to the growth of our clean energy portfolio through Greenfielding and project acquisition.

Industry: Renewable Energy, Wind Energy, Project Management
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Legal, Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a proven track record of successfully advancing wind energy projects to Notice to Proceed (NTP).
• Experience in utility-scale solar project development is also welcome and will be considered.
• Strong market knowledge, due diligence capabilities, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated success working across real estate, permitting, interconnection, power marketing, and EPC activities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and due diligence teams throughout all project phases.
• Skilled in financial modeling and project economics.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• Excellent relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Open to traveling up to 30% based on project requirements, typically ranging from 3 days per week to 2 weeks per month.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, budgeting, and execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects, with support from cross-functional subject matter experts.
• Manage site selection and land acquisition, securing interconnection agreements and ensuring alignment with permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee project design and engineering, guiding technical development to meet both performance and compliance standards.
• Direct stakeholder engagement, including outreach to local, state, and federal agencies, as well as landowners and community members.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets and schedules, providing key economic inputs for financial modeling and investment decisions.
• Coordinate internal and external resources across all project phases—real estate, permitting, interconnection, transmission, marketing, EPC contracting, and financing.
• Collaborate closely with the Project Finance team to align deal structure, tax strategy, and financial assumptions with underwriting requirements.
• Monitor and analyze U.S. market trends and policy developments to identify risks and opportunities, advising on their strategic implications.
• Ensure effective communication with all project stakeholders, fostering alignment and addressing concerns to support smooth project progression.
• Drive late-stage project readiness, ensuring all commercial, technical, and financial elements are in place for successful execution and financing.

Reports To: Director of Strategic Development

If you’re passionate about driving renewable energy projects forward and have the skills to lead wind energy development, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join Zelestra and help us build a cleaner, more sustainable future.

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