Senior Director of Development, WECC

Aypa Power; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) matching

Annual performance-based bonus

Job summary

Aypa Power, based in Austin, Texas, is seeking an experienced project developer to lead a team throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree, with 12 years of experience in renewable energy project development, and strong leadership skills.

The role includes managing a cross-functional team and providing strategic guidance to achieve project objectives. Aypa offers a competitive salary, an annual performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in renewable energy project development, preferably utility-scale.
• Project development experience in WECC strongly preferred.
• Successful track record of executing complex energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team across the entire project development lifecycle in alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide support to achieve project goals with real-estate and permitting objectives.
• Manage a cross-functional team of experts in various fields.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic guidance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate degree (MBA)

Job description

Overview

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since 2018 and currently have 22 GW of utility-scale projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of developers across the entire project development lifecycle in alignment with organizational goals for the WECC market.


• Provide strategic guidance and support to achieve project goals with exclusive responsibility for real‑estate and permitting objectives.


• Manage a cross‑functional team of experts in real estate, transmission, interconnection, project engineering, legal, and finance.


• Provide regular, detailed reports to the executive team, highlighting project status, risks, and mitigation strategies.


• Collaborate with the Strategic Development team on comprehensive market analysis to identify new opportunities and potential areas for expansion within the WECC market.


• Collaborate with the Origination team to ensure consistent feedback and maximize portfolio market potential.


• Monitor WECC market policy developments in collaboration with the Government & Regulatory Affairs team and advance favorable outcomes.


• Collaborate with the M&A team to complete due diligence for project acquisitions, thoroughly assessing risks and opportunities.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.


• Graduate degree (MBA) desirable.


• Minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in renewable energy project development, preferably utility‑scale.


• Project development experience in WECC strongly preferred.


• Successful track record of executing complex energy projects and/or transactions.


• Strong leadership skills capable of thriving in an entrepreneurial environment, including a creative and proactive work ethic.


• Ability to plan, oversee, and personally execute numerous projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and adjust to changing priorities.

Compensation and Location

• Salary: base salary commensurate with experience.


• Bonus: annual bonus awarded based on individual performance and overall business success.


• Benefits: attractive health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and other wellness benefits.


• Location: Must be able to work in the United States; Western US preferred, but flexible with travel as required.

At Aypa we nurture a highly diverse team, actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices, and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.