Senior Renewable Energy Project Developer- West Region

Scout Clean Energy; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Project Developer to lead wind and solar projects in the U.S. This role involves managing all development phases, from land control to project delivery, while fostering relationships with stakeholders and ensuring project milestones are met. The ideal candidate will bring over six years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a strong background in negotiations and stakeholder communication. Join a dynamic team committed to making a positive impact in the energy sector while enjoying a supportive work environment and attractive benefits.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Employee Assistance Program

Attractive Bonus Potential

Qualifications

• 6+ years in wind/solar development leading projects.
• Strong knowledge of permitting and interconnection processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S.-based wind and solar projects through development phases.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and secure project support.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Stakeholder Communication

Problem Solving

Risk Evaluation

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS platforms

Job description

As a Sr. Project Developer on Scout’s West Region Development team, you will be fully responsible for leading your U.S.-based wind and solar projects through all development phases with a focus on mid- to late-stage phases. You will establish land control, coordinate applications for interconnection, and facilitate environmental, permitting, and transmission reviews. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality and profitable projects that meet all project milestones.

You will be the face of your projects, both externally and internally. Externally, you will build relationships with landowners, community members, regulators, and local government officials to gain project support:

• Serve as project lead for discussions with landowners, negotiate site control agreements and secure planning/use permit approvals.
• Manage various studies and the outside consultants who lead them to meet project budget and schedule.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including federal, state and local officials, project landowners, and surrounding community members.
• Drive complex negotiations and independently create solutions to project-specific challenges.
• Make sound decisions under challenging circumstances using available data and your experience.

Internally, you will collaborate with other Scout staff to ensure the smooth delivery of your projects:

• Facilitate the engagement of internal development, interconnection, origination, procurement, construction, legal, resource assessment, accounting, GIS, and finance teams.
• Integrate the feedback of Scout team members into your project approach to achieve superior results.
• Establish organizational goals, objectives, and operating procedures in line with the overall business plans and objectives.
• Implement long-term company strategy and initiatives related to wind and solar project development.
• Create control and influence over the costs, terms, and schedules of key project milestones.
• Efficiently and effectively manage multiple projects in parallel.
• Support and help guide the work and professional development of Associate-level team members.

The West Region has a primary focus on projects in the mid- to late development stages in the WECC and CAISO power markets in the U.S. You will report directly to the Director of the West Region and will work together and in parallel with other internal and external subject matter experts to progress the wind and solar projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college program.
• 6+ years of wind and/or solar development experience marked by leadership of projects that progressed through key milestones and (ideally) eventually reached COD.
• Knowledge of the full-cycle of utility-scale wind and solar power generation development and marketing, with considerable experience leading either early- or mid- to late-stage development.
• Extensive knowledge of interconnection process, permitting, real estate, state/federal regulation, utility procurement goals, politics, law and other issues that impact development of renewable energy projects in the U.S. energy markets.
• Strong understanding of U.S. power markets and transmission system.
• Solid understanding of economic drivers for renewable energy projects.
• Previous mentorship of junior staff who advanced their careers in the industry.
• Ability to concisely frame issues by providing context, analysis, recommendations and risk/benefit tradeoffs, both in written, verbal, and presentation format, to project teams and to senior management.
• Ability to recognize development opportunities and identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks related to renewable project development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS platforms (e.g., Google Earth, ArcGIS).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willing and available to travel significantly as needed (25%-60%) depending on project stage.

Demonstrated ability to work in:

• a flat organization, successfully leveraging the expertise of multiple colleagues in different lines of reporting.
• a dynamic work environment and industry that is constantly evolving.

Timeline and Location

We have some flexibility on the start date, targeting a late Q2/early Q3 start. The ideal candidate will be able to work out of our Boulder office. We will consider remote work arrangements, provided that the candidate is willing to travel to our Boulder office at least once per month.

Scout’s Values

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission.
• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals.
• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members.
• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult.

Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups

We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.

Invitation to Veterans

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Target base salary: $130,000 - $150,000

Attractive bonus potential.

Scout offers a full range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance with attractive premiums, 401(k) match, STD, LTD, an Employee Assistance Program, and a range of optional supplemental insurance coverage.