Senior Project Manager, Gas Development

NextEra Energy; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Gas Development to oversee all facets of project development, including land acquisition, permitting, environmental compliance, and community relations. The role requires strong knowledge of energy infrastructure, regulatory landscapes, and stakeholder engagement to drive projects from inception to construction.

Successful candidates will have development experience and 5+ years in related roles, working with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Development experience is required.
• 5+ years of experience in project management or development roles.
• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of day-to-day transaction process for timely, cost-effective completion.
• Lead and coordinate financial feasibility analyses, engineering/design, legal review, permitting, and negotiations.
• Manage multiple and complex projects and coordinate due diligence with internal groups.
• Liaise between internal and external specialists on procurement, contracting, permitting and interconnection.
• Construct contractual arrangements for project development and negotiate with consultants and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with technical and regulatory requirements and foster external community relationships.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Stakeholder coordination

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Gas Development

Date: Oct 1, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 97411

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

This role will manage all aspects of project development, including land acquisition, permitting, environmental compliance, and community relations. This role requires a strong understanding of energy infrastructure, regulatory requirements, and local community dynamics. The Senior Project Manager will collaborate with stakeholders, government agencies, and environmental groups to ensure smooth project execution from inception to construction. Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills are essential for success in this position.

Development experience is required for this position.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the day-to-day transaction process to ensure timely completion as well as a cost-effective and competitive result
• Leads and coordinates key functions such as financial feasibility analyses, engineering/design, project legal review, permitting activities and financial negotiations
• Responsible for managing multiple and complex projects
• Coordinates due diligence activities with other internal groups to ensure proper analysis and structuring of assigned projects
• Acts as liaison between internal and external specialists regarding procurement, contracting, permitting and interconnection
• Constructs contractual arrangements for project development
• Negotiates agreements with consultants and subcontractors
• Ensures compliance with applicable technical and regulatory requirements
• Fosters external relationships with customers, thirdparties and members of the community
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad/GED
• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 5+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• None

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Business Development

Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach

Nearest Secondary Market: Miami

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