Senior Development Manager (Renewable Energy)

San Diego, California Permanent USD200,000 - USD240,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
A global IPP that focuses on utility scale solar, storage and wind projects. Within the US, their core focus is within CAISO, ERCOT, WECC & SPP.A large portion of their portfolio consists of wind projects in mid-late stage development but they are also greenfielding for solar & storage projects across the regions above.
  • Global IPP that focuses on utility-scale solar, storage and wind projects
  • Working closely with 2 executives in a newly created Development function

About Our Client

A global IPP that focuses on utility scale solar, storage and wind projects. Within the US, their core focus is within CAISO, ERCOT, WECC & SPP.They have hired 2 executive-level Development professionals who will be responsible for the growth of the company's portfolio, while also increasing the headcount of their Development team, with the first hire being a Senior Development Manager.

Job Description

The Senior Development Manager (Renewable Energy) will be responsible for:

  • Providing support for a growing organization in a fast-paced environment
  • Focus on identifying and securing new solar, storage and wind project development sites, negotiating land agreements, managing interconnection requests, and evaluating project viability
  • This role will also identify and evaluate project acquisitions and strategic partnering opportunities
  • Lead market analysis and site selection for greenfield development
  • Acquire land leases for greenfield opportunities and maintain relationships with landowners for existing projects
  • Manage environmental assessment campaigns and associated external consultants
  • Manage discretionary permitting activities at all levels of government
  • Direct resource management campaigns and energy production estimates
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and consultants to appropriately manage the electrical interconnection process
  • Determine the financial viability of projects together with the corporate finance department
  • Represent the company at regional industry association meetings
  • Oversee projects for their entire life-cycle (inception through to COD)



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The Successful Applicant

The Senior Development Manager (Renewable Energy) will be eligible for:

  • Minimum 5+ years of previous experience in energy project development required
  • Solid understanding of the development process of major power projects
  • Exposure to renewable energy issues and economics
  • Experience in US power markets, utilities, interconnection issues, and Power Purchase Agreements
  • Technical understanding of power projects
  • Excellent project management skills with a highly organized approach
  • Exposure to developing utility-scale projects across the US

What's on Offer

The Senior Development Manager (Renewable Energy) will be eligible for:

  • $200,000 - $240,000 base salary
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • 401k plan
  • Hybrid work schedule (2 days in San Diego)
Contact
Jonathan Halton
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6562558

Job summary

Sector
Renewable Energy
Sub Sector
Senior Development Manager
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
San Diego
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jonathan Halton
Job Reference
JN-102024-6562558
Job Nature
Hybrid working