Senior Project Development Manager (Solar / BESS)

Circular Resourcing; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Senior Project Development Manager specializing in Utility-Scale Solar and Battery Storage projects. This role involves sourcing new development opportunities, managing land acquisitions, and overseeing all aspects of project development to ensure successful implementation. The ideal candidate will bring a strong network and experience within the relevant markets, contributing to the company's growth in the United States.

Benefits

Share scheme for Senior Employees

Medical and Dental Insurance

401(k) retirement with company match

Excellent annual bonus scheme of up to 30%

Qualifications

• Experience in developing Utility-Scale Solar and Battery Storage projects.
• Strong track record of sourcing Co-Development and Greenfield opportunities.
• Familiarity with ERCOT, WECC, and CAISO markets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify new utility-scale projects and oversee land acquisition efforts.
• Manage project development processes including permitting and environmental studies.
• Create and manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project Development

Land Acquisition

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field

Job description

Senior Project Development Manager (Solar / BESS)

Senior Project Development Manager (Solar / BESS)

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Senior Project Development Manager (Solar / BESS)

United States (Remote)

Utility Scale Solar / BESS Development Company

I am looking to speak with Senior Project Development Managers across the United States of

America with a strong track record in developing Utility-Scale Solar and Battery Storage projects.

Having previously helped this organisation with their growth across several European Markets, over the past 18 months they have built up a considerable pipeline of Solar and BESS Development opportunities – through a mixture of Greenfield and JV / M&A activity and are now looking to appoint a Senior Project Development Manager to help further grow their pipeline.

The bulk of their pipeline is across the ERCOT, WECC and CAISO markets, so experience in these markets is preferred, however other territories would also be considered / welcomed.

They are looking for an experienced, well connected Development Manager who can take initiative

and actively source both Co-Development, and Greenfield opportunities to grow their portfolio

within the United States.

Location: Washington DC or Remote

Remuneration: Negotiable dependent on experience. Excellent annual bonus scheme of upto 30%.

Additional benefits:

• Employees will also qualify for a share scheme for Senior Employees.

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• 401 (k) retirement with company match

Responsibilities

• Identify new potential utility-scale projects through various sources including utilizing a data

driven software-based approach to identify land to target.

• Oversee land acquisition efforts. Involvement in direct landowner negotiations, also

managing external land agent partners.

• Represent the company to external/key stakeholders including local/state government

• Manage all aspects of the project development process (land acquisitions, permitting,

environmental studies, leading public hearing processes, creating and maintaining

relationships with local stakeholders, etc).

• Work closely with internal company departments (engineering, finance, legal, operations)

both in the USA and European offices to identify and minimize project risks. Implement

solutions to maximize project value.

• Work with technical team and external consultants to assist with the transmission

interconnection process.

• Create and manage project budgets and schedules. This includes acting as project lead

internally and overseeing external consultants.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting and Engineering

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Services for Renewable Energy, and Semiconductor Manufacturing

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