Public Affairs & Permitting Lead, Solar (Houston)

Taylor Hopkinson; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Hopkinson, a leading international solar manufacturing company, is seeking a Manager of Public Affairs, Government Relations, and Permitting for its US operations. This on-site Houston role focuses on coordinating permitting, regulatory approvals, and governmental relations to advance a new Texas facility.

The role interfaces with local/state agencies, communities, and external consultants, advancing the project schedule while supporting investor relations and public communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Public Policy, Political Science, Government Affairs, Urban Planning, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience coordinating permitting, regulatory, or project schedules for large-scale manufacturing, energy, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating with government agencies, economic development organizations, and community organizations; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Track and proactively manage permitting and regulatory schedule against the master construction timeline.
• Coordinate and track local and state permitting, licensing, approvals, and regulatory requirements with authorities.
• Liaise with permitting authorities, government agencies, and external consultants to ensure timely submissions and approvals.
• Coordinate with project, engineering, legal, environmental, and construction teams to align interdependent workstreams and maintain a permitting tracker.
• Build relationships with government agencies and community stakeholders; support government and community engagement strategies.
• Assist the Investor Relations team with U.S.-related investor communications and project disclosures.

Skills

Public policy

Government affairs

Permitting coordination

Regulatory affairs

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in Public Policy/Political Science/Gov Affairs/Urban Planning/Business Administration

Job description

Taylor Hopkinson, a leading international solar manufacturing company, is seeking a Manager of Public Affairs, Government Relations, and Permitting for its US operations. This on-site Houston role focuses on coordinating permitting, regulatory approvals, and governmental relations to advance a new Texas facility.

The role interfaces with local/state agencies, communities, and external consultants, advancing the project schedule while supporting investor relations and public communications.