Senior Project Developer

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure Plc is seeking a Senior Project Developer in Tempe, AZ to own the full lifecycle of utility-scale renewable projects, from site identification through pre-construction handover. You will shape development strategy, mentor junior staff, and represent the company with regulators and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 7–12 years in renewable energy project development with demonstrated success advancing large-scale projects and strong leadership across

Qualifications

• 7–12 years of progressive experience in renewable energy project development or related fields.
• Experience leading multi-stakeholder permitting and regulatory processes.
• Track record of independently advancing large-scale projects from greenfield through pre-construction.
• Strong financial modeling and development budgeting experience.
• Experience negotiating with landowners, utilities, regulators, and government entities.

Responsibilities

• Lead site identification and feasibility assessments for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Own the permitting process across local, state, and federal jurisdictions and manage regulatory relationships.
• Negotiate site-control agreements and project-support arrangements with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and progress reporting.
• Lead financial modeling, funding strategy, and structuring of commercial agreements (PPA, interconnection).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, environmental, legal, finance, and business development.

Skills

Project development

Regulatory strategy

Financial modeling

Stakeholder engagement

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

PMP/LEED certification a plus

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Excel

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Senior Project Developer to join our team and contribute to key projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role is part of a global team working towardcommon goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility andclear accountability.

Role: Senior Project Developer Location: Tempe, Arizona Salary Range : $100,000-$120,000 Role Purpose

We are seeking a Senior Project Developer to own and drive the full lifecycle of complex, utility-scale renewable energy projects, from strategic site identification and feasibility through permitting, stakeholder alignment, financial structuring, and pre-construction handover.

This role goes beyond project execution. The Senior Project Developer is expected to shape development strategy, mentor junior team members, and serve as a key decision-maker and external representative for the organization.

The ideal candidate brings deep renewable energy sector expertise , a demonstrated track record of independently advancing large-scale projects, and the leadership presence necessary to build consensus across internal teams, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Lead site identification and advanced feasibility assessments for utility-scale renewable energy projects, integrating resource, environmental, grid interconnection, and economic analyses into strategic go/no-go recommendations.

Own and manage the full permitting process across local, state, and federal jurisdictions . Proactively resolve regulatory challenges and maintain senior-level relationships with regulatory agencies.

Lead negotiations with landowners, utilities, municipalities, government entities, and other stakeholders. Structure and close site-control agreements and project-support arrangements.

Develop, own, and actively manage project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and executive-level progress reporting. Drive accountability across all project workstreams.

Lead project financial modeling, funding strategy, and the structuring and negotiation of commercial agreements, including Power Purchase Agreements, interconnection agreements, and offtake arrangements.

Serve as the senior cross-functional liaison among engineering, environmental, legal, finance, business development, and other internal teams. Identify and resolve risks that could affect development milestones.

Represent the company at public hearings, community meetings, regulatory proceedings, and industry events as a senior spokesperson for project objectives and company values.

Proactively monitor market, policy, regulatory, and technology trends. Translate relevant insights into strategic recommendations that support the development pipeline.

Lead pre-construction handoffs, ensuring seamless transitions to construction and delivery teams with complete documentation and compliance with development requirements.

Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level development team members. Contribute to team development, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering , Environmental Science, Business, Urban Planning, Energy, or a related field required .

Master’s degree strongly preferred.

PMP, LEED, or another relevant professional certification is a plus.

Proficiency with GIS tools, project management platforms, and CRM software, such as Salesforce, Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent systems.

Experience and Technical Skills

7–12 years of progressive experience in renewable energy project development, permitting, infrastructure development, or project management.

Demonstrated track record of independently advancing projects from greenfield development through pre-construction.

Proven ability to advance multiple complex projects simultaneously across site control, permitting, interconnection, environmental review, and pre‑construction phases.

Deep expertise in feasibility assessments, environmental review, regulatory compliance, and multi-jurisdictional permitting strategies.

Strong financial acumen, including hands‑on experience with financial modeling, development budgeting, cost estimation, and commercial agreement structuring.

Experience negotiating with landowners, utilities, regulators, municipalities, consultants, and other external stakeholders.

Ability to interpret site maps, permitting documents, interconnection studies, environmental reports, regulatory filings, and project financial information.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, with experience using scheduling, database, and project management tools.

Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate risks and opportunities across complex, long-term projects.

Highly organized and decisive, with the ability to manage competing priorities across a large project portfolio without sacrificing quality or momentum.

Exceptional communicator and negotiator who builds lasting trust with landowners, regulators, community stakeholders, colleagues, and executive leadership.

Proactive and self-driven, with the ability to own outcomes in ambiguous and quickly evolving environments.

Collaborative leader who supports the development of others and operates with a one-company mindset.

Commercially aware and capable of balancing project-development objectives with financial, regulatory, technical, and stakeholder considerations.

Resilient and solutions‑oriented, with a demostrated ability to navigate and overcome complex project obstacles.

Committed to renewable energy, sustainability, and the successful delivery of clean energy infrastructure.

Company Culture

We believe in a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where you are based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission

We believein a culture of trust, shared goals, and accountability. No matter where youare based, you are part of one team working toward the same mission.