Sr. Project Developer

Brightcore Energy; New York, Armonk (NY, NY); Hybrid; USD 95,001 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k matching

PTO

EAP services

Financial Wellness Benefits

Job summary

Brightcore Energy in New York, NY, is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex geothermal development projects. The role demands strong skills in business development, stakeholder management, and project execution across diverse teams while ensuring projects meet budget and timelines. With a base salary ranging from $95,001 to $130,000, employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement plans, and PTO. This position will also include supervisory responsibilities and requires a minimum presence in the office three days a week.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in sales, project management, or project implementation.
• Experience reviewing technical and financial documents.
• Proven delivery of complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex geothermal development projects from inception to execution.
• Manage geothermal project pipeline to meet sales and revenue targets.
• Engage with end-user clients and project beneficiaries.

Skills

Business development

Project management

Stakeholder management

Technical engineering knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Financial acumen

CRM tools proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

3+ years in renewable energy sectors

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Smartsheet

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

At Brightcore Energy, we specialize in turn‑key solutions that simplify the clean energy journey for large commercial and industrial clients. Whether it’s cutting‑edge geothermal systems, solar, energy storage, or smart building technologies, we bring expertise, innovation, and a seamless approach to every phase of a project – from planning and design to implementation and ongoing support – thereby streamlining project timelines, reducing costs, and eliminating scope gaps.

Summary/Primary Role: This role’s focus is leading complex geothermal development projects from early‑stage through full project contract execution. The position requires a unique combination of business development, stakeholder management, technical engineering knowledge, project execution skills, regulatory understanding, and financial acumen to successfully navigate the multifaceted challenges of geothermal project development. The role involves direct client engagement, working cross‑functionally with internal teams, and day‑to‑day project oversight throughout the development process. The ideal candidate for this role will be a self‑starter who demonstrates resourcefulness, and a relentless drive to push projects forward in a competitive business landscape.

Business Development, Sales and Revenue Achievement

• Articulate Brightcore’s value proposition in a compelling manner, build rapport, and implement sales strategies to steer clients’ and stakeholders’ decision‑making.
• Originate opportunities and bring in new pipeline projects.
• Manage your geothermal project pipeline in alignment with management’s direction to meet or exceed sales and/or revenue targets.
• Conduct research on strategic associations, clients and partners.
• Attend conferences and events to foster client and partner relationships.

Project Execution & Coordination

• Lead and manage geothermal projects at varying development stages, while adhering to budgets, schedules, and performance standards.
• Coordinate between internal and external teams to meet project timelines, while maintaining clear and professional communication with the client and key stakeholders throughout.
• Lead project calls and manage tasks across different teams.
• Create and update databases and dashboards on Hubspot, Monday, and other CRM platforms in a timely manner.
• Prepare, review, revise project‑related materials such as requests for information, proposals, and contracts.
• Take ownership of the commercial terms and contract negotiations process with the Customer alongside the Legal Team up to contract execution.
• Engineer and execute strategies to accelerate project development.

Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

• Execute comprehensive and tailored communication strategies for complex geothermal projects.
• Engage directly with end‑user clients and project beneficiaries to actively build and/or strengthen direct relationships, understand user needs, and anticipate and address their concerns by proposing thoughtful mitigation strategies to ensure successful implementation.
• Clearly communicate the project development process to customers and stakeholders to align on expectations.
• Liaise with different project parties and internal teams to collate, share and submit information and other project‑related materials in adherence to project deadlines.

Technical Analysis

• Conduct research on and understand information from technical materials and documents such as geological maps, utility incentive programs and relevant regulations.
• Synthesize information from sources such as feasibility reports and engineering analyses to share meaningful insights in support of team decision‑making and project strategy.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field AND 3–7 years of experience in sales, project management, or project implementation.
• 3+ years of experience in renewable energy, real estate development, MEP, environmental engineering, construction, or architecture.
• Experience reviewing technical and financial documents (e.g., site plans, cost estimates, reports, grants).
• Experience managing projects with permitting or regulatory approvals, including at least one full approval cycle.
• Proven delivery of 3+ complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and disciplines.
• 2+ years managing client‑facing projects with responsibility for schedules and milestones.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet) and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
• Experience leading presentations to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience working on cross‑functional teams with internal and external partners.
• Track record of meeting performance or revenue targets.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position may have supervisory responsibility.

Expected Hours of Work & Compensation

An Employee is expected to work a minimum of forty (40) hours per week. Non‑exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws, while exempt employees may be required to work additional hours as necessary to fulfill their job responsibilities. Overtime requirements will be determined based on the operational needs of the organization. The salary range for this position is $95,001.00‑$130,000.00.

Travel Requirements

• Travel may be required up to 20% to office/work/project sites in the greater Northeast Region and/or East Coast of the United States.
• Office presence required at least three (3) days per week, unless otherwise agreed upon with direct supervisor.
• Office setting.

Physical Demands

• This is not a safety‑sensitive position.

Drug & Alcohol‑Free Workplace

Brightcore Energy is committed to a workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Brightcore Energy positions require a pre‑employment background check that includes prior employment verifications, a criminal history check, and a pre‑employment drug screen. In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Brightcore Energy is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety‑sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employer refuses to provide written consent for Brightcore Energy to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety‑sensitive functions.

Office/Remote/Field Work

We offer a variety of structured work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, and field‑based assignments, aligned with organizational needs and role‑specific requirements. Work arrangements are role‑dependent, with guidelines established based on position requirements and business needs. This policy is subject to change at Brightcore’s discretion.

Benefits

Brightcore offers a full slate of medical, dental, and vision benefits including options to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA).

401k Plan

Brightcore currently offers both traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with a dollar‑for‑dollar match of up to 3% of contributions and $0.50 on the next 2% for a total potential match of 4% annually.

Other Benefits & Perks

• PTO
• Financial Wellness Benefits
• Benefit Concierge Program through Health Advocate
• EAP – Employee Assistance Program
• Disability, Life, & AD & DB Benefits
• Access to Marketplace for Discounted Goods & Services

Equal Employment Opportunity

Brightcore Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, or traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.