Job Description

Description :

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Exciting entry-level leadership role at the cutting edge of the renewable energy industry. This is a fast-paced, dynamic position at the center of project management and renewable energy development across the eastern United States. The Project Developer works closely with experienced experts in every domain of the utility-scale renewable energy industry (wind and solar and battery storage). The PD supports the development of projects from early-stage site identification all the way through permitting and construction. The PD is responsible for handling complex tasks and supporting Project Managers on multiple projects. The PD interacts daily with a diversity of internal project teams and external landowners, community stakeholders, and public officials in various project areas. This is a tremendous early-career position for emerging leaders who are seeking professional growth opportunities in the renewable energy industry with numerous training opportunities.

Positions open in Houston, Chicago, or Indianapolis on a hybrid schedule. (3 days in the office, 2 days at home)

Cover letters are strongly encouraged to be submitted!

Related Positions, for reference (with average relevant years of experience):

Project Coordinator (0-1 yrs)

Project Developer (1-2 yrs)

Project Manager 1 (2-5 yrs)

Project Manager 2 (5-7 yrs)

Main Accountabilities:

• Identify and oversee the development of large-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects by creating and updating project maps and databases using GIS tools
• Represent EDPRNA in the field, working with Project Managers and landowners to create, negotiate, and amend agreements, options, leases, and land sales
• Engage in community outreach and stakeholder management activities
• Organize and attend educational and networking events
• Conduct land, market, regulatory, and related project research
• Compile documentation, attend meetings, conduct necessary studies, and perform other tasks as needed to obtain permits at the local, state, and federal level
• Assist with efforts to secure critical transmission and interconnection contracts from utilities and transmission providers
• Prepare proposals that are submitted to power purchasers including utilities, community choice aggregators, and commercial & industrial customers
• Support internal reporting and project tracking efforts
• Additional duties as required

Direct reports: None.

Travel: up to 65%. Driver's License required.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field
• 1 - 2 years of progressively responsible project management or development experience in energy or a related industry
• Strong knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and Google Earth software preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software with strong Excel skills
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise. (Preferred).

Behavioral requirements:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to work productively with limited supervision
• Strong interest in renewable energy
• Ability and willingness to travel and work overtime as needed

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Education : Bachelors

Experience : 0 years: 1 - 2 years of progressively responsible project management or development experience in energy or a related industry