Senior Development Manager- WECC Region (Utility Scale Solar)

Doral Renewables LLC; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking renewable energy developer as a Senior Development Manager, leading utility-scale solar and storage projects in the WECC region. This role offers the chance to drive impactful projects while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. You’ll be responsible for identifying new project opportunities, managing land acquisition, and overseeing the entire development process. With a commitment to diversity and empowerment, this innovative firm values your contributions. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about renewable energy, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference while advancing your career.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of project development experience in utility-scale renewable energy.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility-scale solar and storage project development in the WECC region.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Project Development

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS-based Mapping Platforms

Job description

Senior Development Manager- WECC Region (Utility Scale Solar)

Doral Renewables is a Philadelphia-based renewable energy developer, owner and operator, operating across the United States. It has a solar and storage development portfolio of over 15 GWAC, including 400 MWAC operational, 1.3 GW under construction and 2.1 GW in mature development, with operations in 19 states and across 9 electricity markets. Doral Renewables has over $2.5 billion in long-term wholesale power purchase agreements with U.S. customers. To date, Doral Renewables has raised over $1 billion in equity capital and over $600 million in project financing.

Doral believes that better decision-making comes as a result of having a team with a diversity of backgrounds and experience, and an environment where all feel welcome and empowered. Doral provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications without regard to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, background, or abilities.

Job Description

Doral is seeking a Senior Development Manager to join our growing company. The Senior Development Manager will report to the Director of Development and will be tasked with leading utility-scale solar and storage greenfield prospecting and active project development efforts within the WECC region, among others. This role will be remote and will require travel up to 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Identify new prospective utility-scale projects by utilizing data-driven software-based approach to identify land to target.
• Oversee land acquisition efforts either via direct landowner negotiations or managing external land agent resources.
• Represent Doral to landowners, local/state government officials, consultants and other key stakeholders.
• Manage all aspects of the project development process (land acquisitions, permitting, environmental studies, leading public hearing processes, creating and maintaining relationships with local stakeholders, etc).
• Work closely with other departments including engineering, finance, marketing, construction, transmission, legal and operations to proactively identify project risks, implement solutions, and maximize project value.
• Work with technical team and consultants to assist with the transmission interconnection process.
• Create and manage project budgets and schedules. This includes acting as project lead internally and overseeing external consultants.

Required Skills/Values

• Bachelor’s degree (business or engineering-preferred).
• 4+ years of project development experience in the utility-scale renewable energy industry. Utility-scale solar and/or battery-related experience is preferred.
• Comfortable negotiating contracts such as site control agreements.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with landowners, public officials, and all those potentially affiliated with Doral and/or the project.
• Experience in leading the local and/or state permitting process for one or more utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Team player who thrives off collaborative work, actively engaging with colleagues to socialize information and seek feedback on projects.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and GIS-based mapping platforms.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, able to understand different project components and their impact on project budget and schedule.
• Ability to understand the implications of technical details and coordinate effectively across departments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Ability to work in the US without visa/Green Card sponsorship from Doral.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development

Industries

Utilities