Senior Business Developer - Energy Development

Iberdrola SA; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 143,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Performance-based bonuses

12% 401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Avangrid's Northwestern U.S. team in Portland seeks a Senior Business Developer to grow a portfolio of wind, solar and energy storage projects, conducting feasibility studies and market analysis. You will lead development initiatives, support acquisitions, and prepare proposals with investment analysis.

The role emphasizes budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder engagement, with travel up to 50% and clear career-advancement pathways within Avangrid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in energy project development or real estate acquisitions.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and project management.

Responsibilities

• Support and/or manage site development of wind, solar and energy storage projects including establishment of site control, permitting of project sites, and management of community relations.
• Support project acquisition efforts including due diligence on potential acquisitions and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements.
• Be a key point of contact for project stakeholders, including landowners and local county officials.
• Identify new business opportunities and work with internal technical support teams.
• Adhere to internal controls, including project development budgets, schedules, and updates for senior management.

Skills

Project development

Contract negotiation

Project management

Travel readiness

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Advanced degree in Engineering/Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

## Senior Business Developer - Energy DevelopmentSolicitarlocations: Estados Unidos, Oregon, Portlandposted on: Publicado hoytime left to apply: Fecha final: 23 de octubre de 2026 (Quedan más de 30 días para realizar la solicitud)job requisition id: R-32274Location: **Portland,** OR - Northwestern regionThe base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience ranging from:* $143,000- $168,400 DOE**What We Offer:*** **Competitive benefits and growth opportunities*** **Generous performance‐based Bonuses & PTO*** **12% 401(k) match*** **Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance*** **Tuition reimbursement*** **Professional development and clear career‐advancement pathways****For more information, please visit:** **Benefits - Avangrid****Job Summary**The Senior Business Developer will develop and maintain a portfolio of business opportunities including Greenfield development and acquisition of wind, energy storage, and solar power generating facilities in the Northwestern U.S.A. The Senior Developer analyzes and evaluates local business opportunities within existing renewable markets and businesses and develops new market initiatives. Develops proposals, including feasibility studies, investment analysis and financial planning to promote business opportunities. Leads the project portfolio before it is moved to the promotion phase. Plans and executes strategies to meet long-term business goals.**Key Responsibilities*** Support and/or manage site development of wind, solar and energy storage projects including establishment of site control, permitting of project sites, and management of community relations.* Support project acquisition efforts including due diligence on potential acquisitions and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements.* Be a key point of contact for project stakeholders, including landowners and local county officials.* Identify new business opportunities and work with internal technical support teams.* Adhere to effective internal controls, including providing project development budgets, schedules, and other updates as required by senior management.**Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or a directly related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.* 5+ years’ experience in energy project development or real estate acquisitions.* Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time within the Northwest U.S., and to other U.S. sites and locations as directed.* Proven experience in contract negotiation and project management.* Proficiency in Windows based business software applications, including Word and Excel.**Preferred Qualifications*** Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or directly related field.* Experience in wind, solar power and energy storage development.* Experience in project management.**Competencies*** Growth & Continuous Improvement* Initiative & Change* Focused on Results* Customer Centric (internal and/or external)* Communication* Collaboration* Leadership (people managers/leaders)#LI-TI1**Company:**AVANGRID POWER, LLC**Información Movilidad** Tenga en cuenta que cualquier solicitante que no sea ciudadano del país de la vacante estará sujeto al cumplimiento de los requisitos de inmigración aplicables para trabajar legalmente en ese país. Las prácticas y políticas de empleo de AVANGRID están orientadas a la contratación de una plantilla diversa y al mantenimiento de una cultura inclusiva. En AVANGRID ofrecemos oportunidades de empleo y promoción justas y equitativas a todos los empleados y candidatos independientemente de su raza, color, religión, nacionalidad, sexo, orientación sexual, edad, estado civil, discapacidad, condición de veterano protegido o cualquier otra condición protegida por la legislación federal, estatal o local. Obtenga más información sobre igualdad en el empleo en este enlace Si usted es una persona con una discapacidad o un veterano discapacitado que no puede utilizar nuestra herramienta en línea para buscar o aplicar a un empleo, puede solicitar una adaptación razonable poniéndose en contacto con nuestro departamento de Recursos Humanos en el 203-499-2777 o en [e-mail]-23-2026**About Avangrid:** Avangrid, Inc. is a leading energy company in the United States working to meet the growing demand for energy for homes and businesses across the nation through service, innovation, and continued investments by expanding grid infrastructure and energy generation projects. Avangrid has offices in Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Maine and Oregon, including operations in 23 states with approximately $47 billion in assets, and has two primary lines of business: networks and power. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Through its power generation business, Avangrid owns and operates more than 75 energy generation facilities across the United States producing 10.5 GW of power for over 3.1 million customers. Avangrid employs approximately 8,000 people and has been recognized by JUST Capital as one of the JUST 100 companies – a ranking of America’s best corporate citizens – in 2025 for the fifth consecutive year. The company was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2025 for the seventh consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit www.avangrid.com.