Renewable Energy Project Developer | Wind & Solar

EDPR; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EDPR is seeking a Project Developer Assistant to support renewable energy project development (wind and solar) from site identification through construction. The role involves coordinating with multiple stakeholders and exposure to commercial aspects in a fast-paced environment.

Travel may be up to 65% as projects advance, with responsibilities including land agreements, regulatory permits, and transmission rights. A related degree and 1–2 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.
• 1 - 2 years of progressively responsible project management or development experience in energy or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and Google Earth software preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software with strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and organize the development of wind and solar projects by creating and updating project maps and databases using GIS tools.
• Represent EDPRNA in the field, working with Project Managers and landowners to create and amend agreements, options, leases, and land sales.
• Assist with community outreach and other stakeholder management activities.
• Conduct land, market, regulatory, and related project research.
• Compile documentation, attend meetings, conduct necessary studies, and perform other tasks as needed to obtain permits for solar projects at the local, state, and federal level.
• Assist with efforts to secure transmission and interconnection rights from utilities and transmission providers.
• Participate in the preparation of proposals that are submitted to power purchasers including utilities, community choice aggregators, and commercial & industrial customers.
• Support internal reporting and project tracking efforts.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Google Earth

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

EDPR is seeking a Project Developer Assistant to support renewable energy project development (wind and solar) from site identification through construction. The role involves coordinating with multiple stakeholders and exposure to commercial aspects in a fast-paced environment.

Travel may be up to 65% as projects advance, with responsibilities including land agreements, regulatory permits, and transmission rights. A related degree and 1–2 years of experience are preferred.