Senior Project Developer

Veregy; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid holidays & PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401k with match

Education sponsorship

Job summary

Veregy is a leading decarbonization company seeking a Senior Project Developer to lead costing and development of distributed energy resources and microgrid projects across the West Region, primarily in California, Arizona, and Colorado. You will collaborate with regional teams to move opportunities from origination to execution.

The role requires coordinating site work, evaluating incentives, and presenting technical and financial solutions to customers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field.
• Five+ years of experience in solar energy storage or microgrid construction.
• Three years of experience in project development.
• Two plus years of Energy Engineering experience is desired.
• Experience in AutoCAD, Revit, Visio, Procore, MS Project is required.

Responsibilities

• Develops cost estimates and project plans for solar PV, energy storage, and backup generation systems from origination through financial close.
• Builds relationships with site representatives, local agencies, and stakeholders while advancing a portfolio of opportunities.
• Leads costing for DER and microgrid opportunities, including solar PV, energy storage, and backup generation.
• Coordinates early development across multiple sites, including site and equipment selection, utility routing, initial system design, interconnection, permitting, and construction planning.
• Prepares requests for proposals and evaluates vendor quotes with DER Engineering support.
• Negotiates with vendors and suppliers with legal, finance, and executive teams on contract terms.
• Works with DER engineers and regional developers to select technical and material solutions that improve project competitiveness.
• Presents technical and financial solutions clearly to customers and internal decision makers.
• Supports constructible Helioscope designs, financial models, and feasibility studies.
• Evaluates rebates, solar credits, incentives, and net metering policies.
• Coordinates with customers on site access and construction requirements, and with Preconstruction on final design and permitting.
• Prioritizes opportunities based on feasibility, cost, and likelihood of execution.

Skills

Cost estimating

DER knowledge

Project development

Client relationships

Team leadership

Financial modeling

MS Office

Presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering

5+ years related experience

3 years project development experience

2+ years energy engineering experience

AutoCAD, Revit, Visio, Procore, MS Project

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Visio

Procore

MS Project

Job description

Veregy is an award-winning NAESCO-Accredited decarbonization company focusing on accelerating and simplifying Energy Transition. We provide turnkey engineering and construction services designed to reduce our clients' energy and operating costs through the implementation of energy efficiency and infrastructure upgrades, smart building technology, fleet EV infrastructure, clean energy generation, and sustainability.

Summary of Position Functions

The Senior Project Developer will lead costing and support the development of distributed energy resource (DER) and microgrid projects across the West Region, primarily in California, Arizona, and Colorado. Working with the regional sales, development, engineering, and operations teams, the Senior Project Developer will also turn prospective opportunities into projects ready for execution.

Essential Position Functions

• Develops cost estimates and project plans for solar PV, energy storage, and backup generation systems from origination through financial close.
• Builds relationships with site representatives, local agencies, and other stakeholders while advancing a portfolio of opportunities.
• Leads costing for DER and microgrid opportunities, including solar PV, energy storage, and backup generation.
• Coordinates early development across multiple sites, including site and equipment selection, utility routing, initial system design, interconnection, permitting, and construction planning.
• Prepares requests for proposals and obtains and evaluates vendor quotes with support from DER Engineering.
• Negotiates with vendors and suppliers, working with legal, finance, and executive teams on contract terms.
• Works with DER engineers and regional developers to select technical and material solutions that improve project competitiveness.
• Presents technical and financial solutions clearly to customers and internal decision makers.
• Supports constructible Helioscope designs, financial models, and feasibility studies.
• Evaluates applicable rebates, solar renewable energy credits, other incentives, and net metering policies.
• Coordinates with customers on site access and construction requirements, and with the Preconstruction team on final design and permitting.
• Prioritizes opportunities based on feasibility, cost, and likelihood of reaching execution.

Note: The statements contained herein describe the essential functions of this position but should not be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Non-Essential Position Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Education and Qualifications

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field from a four-year college or university; or five+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of experience in solar energy storage, or microgrid construction required.
• Three years of experience in project development required.
• Two plus years of Energy Engineering experience is desired.
• Experience in one or more of the following computer applications: AutoCAD, Revit, Visio, Procore, MS Project required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Veregy's services and processes is required which can be obtained through intellect, technical inclination, and dedication to gain such knowledge.
• Knowledge (Intermediate to advanced) of various operating systems, software products (e.g. MS Office, etc.), is required.
• Knowledge of the regional market, an understanding of the factors that drive project costs, and the ability to work effectively with customers, contractors, suppliers, utilities, and internal teams.
• Knowledge of financial metrics, including net present value (NPV) and internal rate of return (IRR), and the ability to assess project uncertainty.
• Knowledge of state and federal policies affecting DER projects and the ability to assess their effect on project opportunities.
• Ability to advance projects in an environment where cost is a key decision factor, preferably in solar, energy storage, energy efficiency, or microgrids.
• Ability to identify and resolve technical, financial, and development obstacles.
• Ability to contribute to and lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and staff.
• Ability to problem-solve and analyze complex issues, develop innovative solutions, and make data-driven recommendations to address business challenges.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work under deadline pressure and extra hours if needed.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• N/A.

Travel Requirement

• Frequent travel to customer sites within California, Arizona, and Colorado is required, estimated at 20-50%.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.
• Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, and Paid Time Off.
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions (%).
• Employer Sponsored Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance.
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Continued Education and Trade Certification Sponsorship (Specific Positions).
• Company Branded Trucks Provided (Specific Positions).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Veregy, where employment is based upon capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic history, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.