Project Development Manager

• Serve as Project Development lead for select projects within assigned RTO/ISO(s), maintaining responsibility for all Project Development functions including but not limited to:
• Prospecting and researching target areas for project siting
• Negotiating and securing site control
• Managing relationships with landowners and local project stakeholders
• Securing discretionary and ministerial permitting
• Negotiating and securing tax abatements
• Identifying and resolving title issues
• Coordinating with Business Development in securing project-level revenue
• Monitoring and participating in regulatory and legislative policy initiatives
• Working independently, leading the internal project team, and working with outside parties, such as landowners, permit officers, consultants, brokers, equipment vendors, contractors, etc.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

• Proficiency with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent written, verbal and non-verbal communication; able to communicate to audiences with varying degrees of technical understanding
• Public speaking experience required inclusive of experience presenting projects at public hearings
• Excellent written, verbal and non-verbal communication; able to communicate to audiences with varying degrees of technical understanding
• Development risk identification and assessment
• Proficiency with project management software
• Preference will be given to those with experience using Salesforce, Anderson Optimization, and GIS

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Ability to travel independently

• Ability to walk unassisted over undeveloped land and uneven terrain
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time

Characteristics of an ideal candidate:

• Passion for renewable energy development and the environment
• Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
• Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
• Team player and leader, proactive attitude
• Organized, attention to detail
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
• Integrity and accountability

• Proven experience leading projects supported by cross-functional team collaboration
• 5+ years of energy storage or power development experience
• 4-year university degree, BS or BA or equivalent

• Up to 30% of time will be on the road; will vary based on status of projects
• Work travel includes independent site visits and landowner meetings
• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times.

• Life Insurance

• Parental Leave

• Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends

• East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA preferred
• Open to applicants living in TX

This job description is not inclusive of all requirements for the position.

Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.

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