Renewables Project Developer / Development Associate (Canada) - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting LLC; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a dynamic Project Development Manager to lead the charge in utility-scale energy storage projects. This role promises a unique opportunity to work with a transparent leadership team while driving the development of innovative renewable infrastructure. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in project management, land negotiations, and renewable energy development. Join a forward-thinking company that values flexibility and offers a competitive compensation package, including open PTO and comprehensive benefits. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Open PTO policy

Flexible work hours

Comprehensive compensation packages

Transparent Executive Leadership Team

Qualifications

• 5+ years in renewable energy project development and management.
• Experience in land negotiations and real estate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and site land for renewable energy projects.
• Negotiate site control agreements with landowners.
• Support development activities for utility-scale projects.

Skills

Project Development Management

Land Negotiations

Renewable Energy

Energy Storage

Communication Skills

Job description

Renewables Project Development Manager / Sr. Project Developer (Canada) - REMOTE

Full time | ThinkBAC Consulting | United States

Posted On 02/24/2025

Job Information

Work Experience: 5+ years

Energy and Utilities

City: Buffalo

State/Province: New York

Zip Code: 14201

Job Description

Energy Storage Project Development Manager - Renewable Energy & Battery Storage

Location: FULLY REMOTE (CANADA)

This is an opportunity to join an industry-leading renewable energy venture with strong private equity backing that is focused on the development, execution, and operations of dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects. They are at the forefront of the industry, have accumulated over 9GW of projects in a relatively short period of time, and are currently in an accelerated expansion phase which includes the growth of their Project Development Team in Canada.

The ideal candidate will have Project Development Management experience leading the renewable energy project development life-cycle. This should include specific experience researching/identifying land opportunities that may make for ideal development sites in Ontario (GTA area). Another key aspect of the role will be handling the negotiations/agreements that take place with land owners as well as other key stakeholders (local governments, economic development entities, utilities, etc.) involved in the acquisition and development of the land. Any experience with land permitting is a HUGE plus.

They are committed to creating more renewable infrastructure solutions for the grid and are offering comprehensive compensation packages to their employees leading the drive to meet company goals. Other perks include a competitive base salary, open PTO policy, flexible work hours, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify, research, prospect, and site land opportunities for utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects through collaborative community efforts with land-owners.
• Work on all initiatives related to site acquisition, financing, and development of utility-scale energy storage and renewable energy projects including initiating as well as responding to RFPs (request for proposals).
• Negotiate with landowners on site control agreements for utility-scale renewable and energy storage projects.
• Support development activities for both new and ongoing utility-scale renewable and energy storage projects in the company's portfolio with an emphasis on tax abatement, permitting, and environmental compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of utility-scale renewable energy, energy storage, battery storage, LNG, and/or natural gas experience working with IPPs / Developers / Owners.
• Team management experience or equivalent exposures mentoring Project Developers.
• MUST have a breadth of hands-on experience with real estate transactions and contracts for projects with developers in the renewables, natural gas, LNG, or energy storage space.
• Solid understanding of the RFP / RFI process as it relates to project development initiatives.
• Well-versed in project siting, permitting, prospecting, and other due diligence initiatives for utility-scale renewable (solar, wind, battery storage) projects.
• Hands-on experience utilizing site prospecting, land negotiations, and support of project financing initiatives.
• Any exposure or project experience with energy storage, battery storage, or solar + storage is a HUGE PLUS.
• Strong communication skills are a MUST and needed to be efficient in this role.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic team-oriented environment.