Senior Development Manager

RWE AG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 132,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Development Manager to spearhead utility-scale renewable energy projects across the Central Region. This pivotal role involves managing the entire project lifecycle, from greenfield development to construction, while collaborating with diverse teams to optimize project competitiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in renewable energy infrastructure and exceptional project management skills. Join a forward-thinking company committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions and making a significant impact in the renewable sector. This is a unique opportunity to lead innovative projects and drive the future of clean energy.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in renewable energy infrastructure development.
• Exceptional project management and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams and ensure project lifecycle success.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organization

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business/Economics

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Job description

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RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Business Development
Remuneration: Exempt

The Senior Development Manager, Utility-scale Developer - Central Region at RWE Clean Energy is responsible for initiating, developing, and acquiring utility-scale solar, wind and energy storage projects in the US and Canada. The Senior Manager will play a key role in delivering renewable energy projects in alignment with RWE’s strategy in North America.

Role Responsibilities:

• Develop a portfolio of utility-scale Solar, Wind and Energy Storage projects, from greenfielding to start of construction
• Serve as project lead, managing large cross-functional project teams
• Manage the full project lifecycle, working with a strong backbone of internal subject matter experts and external consultants. This includes site due diligence, securing land control agreements, environmental and permitting, interconnection, engineering & pre-construction, energy yield, tax abatements, power marketing, and tax equity financing
• Support more junior Development Managers / Associates that are in the lead of individual projects
• Understand the key drivers for project’s financial attractiveness and identify best project locations in collaboration with RWE’s commercial and technical teams
• Drive project competitiveness optimization, via technical, commercial and financial levers
• Lead the due diligence of project acquisitions, in collaboration with RWE’s M&A team
• Prepare management presentations and drive internal approval processes
• Manage project budgets, objectives, schedules, and deliverables for assigned development projects
• Actively participate in the strategy for the region and internal improvement initiatives
• Provide support during the construction phase to ensure successful COD

Job Requirements and Experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business/economics, environmental science, or relevant fields
• Minimum of 12 years of work experience with a minimum of 6 years applicable to renewable energy infrastructure, including experience in developing wind, solar, or battery storage projects in the US
• Exceptional project management skills
• Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
• Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
• Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
• Detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
• Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, attention to detail and work ethic
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE office and field locations
• Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $132,000 - $197,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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