Senior Director, Permitting

esVolta, LP; Newport Beach (CA); Remote; USD 215,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

esVolta, LP seeks a Senior Director, Permitting to lead all permitting strategies for battery energy storage systems. This pivotal role demands expertise in regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will drive project timelines and mentor a dedicated team while navigating complex permitting environments.

Benefits

401k program with match

Cell phone stipend

Medical, dental and vision care benefits

20 vacation days, 5 sick days and 9 observed holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of permitting experience in renewable energy, utility-scale development, or infrastructure projects.
• 5+ years in a leadership role managing permitting teams and/or consultants.
• Deep knowledge of environmental laws and local permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the permitting strategy for BESS projects across multiple markets.
• Manage a team of permitting professionals and consultants.
• Stay ahead of evolving permitting and environmental regulations.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Company Overview

esVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.

esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with about 1.5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline.

We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.

Job Description

We are seeking energetic and motivated individuals to join as Senior Director, Permitting in our Development department. The Senior Director will lead all permitting strategy and execution across our BESS development pipeline, from early-stage site selection through construction. This role requires deep knowledge of permitting processes at the federal, state, and local levels, a strong track record of stakeholder engagement, and the ability to proactively manage risk in a fast-paced, evolving regulatory landscape.

The successful candidate will bring a blend of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and operational discipline to support the company’s mission of accelerating clean energy deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Permitting Strategy & Execution

• Lead the permitting strategy for BESS projects across multiple markets
• Develop and implement permitting timelines, ensuring alignment with project milestones
• Coordinate permitting requirements across environmental, land use, interconnection, and construction phases
  
  

Team Leadership

• Manage and grow a team of permitting professionals and consultants
• Provide mentorship and ensure knowledge transfer and consistency across projects
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead interactions with permitting agencies, local jurisdictions, and community stakeholders
• Represent the company in public meetings, hearings, and regulatory proceedings as needed
  
  

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with project development, real estate, legal, engineering and construction teams
• Provide permitting risk assessments and mitigation strategies to internal stakeholders
  
  

Regulatory Compliance & Policy Monitoring

• Stay ahead of evolving permitting and environmental regulations affecting BESS development
• Provide guidance on regulatory changes and advise executive leadership on strategic implications
  
  

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, planning, engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• CAISO permitting experience is strongly preferred
• 10+ years of permitting experience in renewable energy, utility-scale development, or infrastructure projects
• 5+ years in a leadership role managing permitting teams and/or consultants
• Deep knowledge of environmental laws (e.g., NEPA, CEQA, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act), zoning, and local permitting processes
• Experience with BESS, solar + storage, or utility-scale renewable projects strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

The actual salary and bonus offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate.

Salary: $215,000Bonus: 35%

• 401k program with match
• Cell phone stipend
• Medical, dental and vision care benefits
• 20 vacation days, 5 sick days and 9 observed holidays
  
  

Location

This position is classified as remote; however, periodic travel to company offices, project sites or other meeting locations may be required on an as-needed basis.

Culture

At esVolta, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.

Apply today to start an extraordinary career!

esVolta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate all forms of diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. However you identify or whatever your path here, we encourage you to apply. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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