Senior Energy Project Development Leader

Southland Industries, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match with 50% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development memberships

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Sr. Project Developer to lead the post-selection and pre-construction phases of large energy projects in the United States.

You will collaborate with the Business Development Managers and Account Executives to win new work and ensure deliverables align with sales strategy and project goals. You will guide cross-functional teams, manage risk, oversee project finance, and coordinate with Operations to ensure executable, high-margin outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in developing, managing and implementing complex energy performance contracts (ESPC/UESC) or related energy design-build projects.
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated team/people management experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• 7+ years of energy industry knowledge in energy conservation or management projects (Cogeneration, DSM, renewables, HVAC energy reduction).
• Experience conducting infrastructure and energy audits per federal contract vehicles.
• Strong business acumen with risk, cash flow and financial analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with sales, customers, vendors, engineers, utilities and federal representatives.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or MS preferred; travel 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional Project Development teams to define scope, schedule, cost and savings estimates.
• Review and approve technical elements of ECM selection and development for commercial risk alignment.
• Serve as primary business contact for customers through the development process.
• Guide selection of subcontractors per client preferences and company standards.
• Lead project finance activities, including financing options and client cash flows.
• Oversee development of ongoing O&M strategy and long-term project outcomes.
• Create risk assessments and risk reviews for management approval.
• Negotiate contractual terms and ensure smooth turnover to Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project development

Risk assessment

Financial analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Construction Management

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a Sr. Project Developer to lead the post-selection and pre-construction phases of large energy projects in the United States.

You will collaborate with the Business Development Managers and Account Executives to win new work and ensure deliverables align with sales strategy and project goals. You will guide cross-functional teams, manage risk, oversee project finance, and coordinate with Operations to ensure executable, high-margin outcomes.