Project Manager Energy Storage
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Project Manager
Company Overview: Client is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.
Client is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with a 15+ GWh pipeline including about 1.7 GWh of projects in operation, construction, or advanced development under contract with utilities and other power buyers.
We are headquartered in California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.
Culture At Client, every employee makes an impact to the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance and team-oriented culture. We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.
Job Description Client seeks motivated and energetic candidates to join our team as a Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager to support the development and execution of several sequential utility-scale battery energy storage projects from late-stage development through commissioning. The Project Manager will report to the company’s Director of Construction.
The Project Manager will work closely with the Project Developer during the development process and ensure a proper handoff to the project team during late-stage development. During project execution, the Project Manager will manage the project design, permitting, contractor and vendor selection and contracting, and all construction and commissioning activities culminating with turnover to Asset Management (Operations). The Project Manager will be ultimately responsible for the project schedule and budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with the project team including the Project Engineer and Construction Manager during project execution.
Key Responsibilities
• Overall responsibility for the project schedule and budget.
• Manage engineering consultants with support from the engineering team during project development, permitting, pre-construction, and construction.
• Support project objectives by reviewing and approving project engineering proposals and design documents during pre-construction and construction.
• Maintain an engineering issues log, RFI log and submittal log during project execution, and identifying project responsibilities and assigning personnel to tasks with definitive due dates.
• Prepare and manage the overall project schedule through commissioning, COD and hand off to asset management, tracking to major project milestones throughout and reporting weekly on schedule variances.
• Prepare bid documents for contractor and subcontractor selection including scopes of work and work schedules.
• Support procurement of owner-supplied equipment, and managing vendors through contracting, delivery, and installation of major equipment.
• Facilitate and lead meetings with the project team, maintaining meeting minutes, and identifying project responsibilities and assigning personnel to tasks with definitive due dates.
• Prepare project status reports on a weekly and monthly basis during project execution for internal management review and investor/board updates.
• Ensure project design complies with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for securing all permits required for construction and operation of the project.
•Prepare the initial project budget with the finance team. Ultimately responsible for the project budget during execution, including weekly and monthly updates on budget variances.
• Maintain a risk register to identify and communicate key risks throughout project execution.
• Track performance and analyze the completion of key goals during project execution. Maintain production logs for work put in place for future reference for project lessons learned, and schedule and budget forecasting.
Quality Assurance
• Verify that project execution during construction agrees with all IFC design drawings.
• Assist third-party/IE partners in confirming project performance by meeting with them during site visits
Senior Project Manager, Energy Storage The client is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. They are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market and are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Their storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services, including renewable energy integration support. They have a 15+ GWh pipeline, including about 1.7 GWh of projects in operation, construction, or advanced development under contract with utilities and other power buyers. The client is independently owned and with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Their diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.Culture:At the client, every employee makes an impact on the company’s growth and profitability, every day. They have a fast-paced, high-performance, and team-oriented culture. The client values quality of life and flexibility for their employees and strives to help their team members achieve their career goals.Job Description:The client seeks motivated and energetic candidates to join their team as a Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager to support the development and execution of several sequential utility-scale battery energy storage projects from late-stage development through commissioning. The Project Manager will report to the company’s Director of Construction.The Project Manager will work closely with the Project Developer during the development process and ensure a proper handoff to the project team during late-stage development. During project execution, the Project Manager will manage the project design, permitting, contractor and vendor selection and contracting, and all construction and commissioning activities culminating with turnover to Asset Management (Operations). The Project Manager will be ultimately responsible for the project schedule and budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with the project team, including the Project Engineer and Construction Manager during project execution.Key Responsibilities• Overall responsibility for the project schedule and budget.• Manage engineering consultants with support from the engineering team during project development, permitting, pre-construction, and construction.• Support project objectives by reviewing and approving project engineering proposals and design documents during pre-construction and construction.• Maintain an engineering issues log, RFI log, and submittal log during project execution and identifying project responsibilities and assigning personnel to tasks with definitive due dates.• Prepare and manage the overall project schedule through commissioning, COD and hand-off to asset management, tracking to major project milestones throughout and reporting weekly on schedule variances.• Prepare bid documents for contractor and subcontractor selection, including scopes of work and work schedules.• Support procurement of owner-supplied equipment and managing vendors through contracting, delivery, and installation of major equipment.• Facilitate and lead meetings with the project team, maintaining meeting minutes, and identifying project responsibilities and assigning personnel to tasks with definitive due dates.• Prepare project status reports on a weekly and monthly basis during project execution for internal management review and investor/board updates.• Ensure project design complies with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for securing all permits required for construction and operation of the project.• Prepare the initial project budget with the finance team. Ultimately responsible for the project budget during execution, including weekly and monthly updates on budget variances.• Maintain a risk register to identify and communicate key risks throughout project execution.• Track performance and analyze the completion of key goals during project execution. Maintain production logs for work put in place for future reference for project lessons learned, and schedule and budget forecasting.Quality Assurance:• Verify that project execution during construction agrees with all IFC design drawings.• Assist third-party/IE partners in confirming project performance by meeting with them during site visits and overseeing tests.• Document control, including management of all project contracts.
Our client is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. They are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market and are helping to transition the nation's electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future. Their storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services, including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services, including renewable energy integration support.The client is independently owned and is among the largest players in the US energy storage sector, with a 15+ GWh pipeline, including about 1.7 GWh of projects in operation, construction, or advanced development under contract with utilities and other power buyers. They are headquartered in California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.S. Their diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.CultureAt the client company, every employee makes an impact on the company's growth and profitability every day. They have a fast-paced, high-performance, and team-oriented culture. They value quality of life and flexibility for their employees and strive to help their team members achieve their career goals.Job DescriptionOur client is seeking motivated and energetic candidates to join their team as a Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager to support the development and execution of several sequential utility-scale battery energy storage projects from late-stage development through commissioning. The Project Manager will report to the company's Director of Construction.The Project Manager will work closely with the Project Developer during the development process and ensure a proper handoff to the project team during late-stage development. During project execution, the Project Manager will manage the project design, permitting, contractor and vendor selection and contracting, and all construction and commissioning activities culminating with turnover to Asset Management (Operations). The Project Manager will be ultimately responsible for the project schedule and budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with the project team, including the Project Engineer and Construction Manager, during project execution.Key Responsibilities• Overall responsibility for the project schedule and budget.• Manage engineering consultants with support from the engineering team during project development, permitting, pre-construction, and construction.• Support project objectives by reviewing and approving project engineering proposals and design documents during pre-construction and construction.• Maintain an engineering issues log, RFI log, and submittal log during project execution and identify project responsibilities and assign personnel to tasks with definitive due dates.• Prepare and manage the overall project schedule through commissioning, COD, and handoff to asset management, tracking to major project milestones throughout and reporting weekly on schedule variances.• Prepare bid documents for contractor and subcontractor selection, including scopes of work and work schedules.• Support procurement of owner-supplied equipment and manage vendors through contracting, delivery, and installation of major equipment.• Facilitate and lead meetings with the project team, maintaining meeting minutes and identifying project responsibilities and assigning personnel to tasks with definitive due dates.• Prepare project status reports on a weekly and monthly basis during project execution for internal management review and investor/board updates.• Ensure project design complies with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for securing all permits required for construction and operation of the project.• Prepare the initial project budget with the finance team. Ultimately responsible for the project budget during execution, including weekly and monthly updates on budget variances.• Maintain a risk register to identify and communicate key risks throughout project execution.• Track performance and analyze the completion of key goals during project execution. Maintain production logs for work put in place for future reference for project lessons learned, and schedule and budget forecasting.
Key Responsibilities: · Conduct market analysis and select sites for greenfield development. · Identify and facilitate project acquisitions. · Secure land leases for greenfield opportunities and maintain relationships with landowners for existing projects. · Manage environmental assessment campaigns and work with external consultants. · Oversee discretionary permitting activities at all levels of government. · Manage resource management campaigns and estimate energy production. · Work with internal stakeholders and consultants to manage the electrical interconnection process. · Collaborate with internal technical services such as energy analysis, engineering, and operations. · Assess the financial feasibility of projects with the corporate finance department. · Represent the company at regional industry association meetings and caucuses. · Coordinate the preparation of RFP responses. Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering. An MBA is a strong plus. · 3 to 7 years of experience in energy project development, with a preference for energy storage projects. Experience in other electricity generation or commercial development (such as warehouses, data centers) is also relevant. · Strong understanding of major power project development processes. · Ability to navigate local community dynamics and negotiate effectively with utilities, landowners, and other stakeholders. · Familiarity with energy storage and/or renewable energy issues and economics.
We are seeking a highly competent and motivated Construction Manager with a strong expertise in Battery Storage Systems. Location: TexasStart Date: ASAPEstimated End Date: March 2024Per diem, overtime and rental car included!Responsibilities: Resource Management: Coordinate and allocate resources including labor, equipment, and materials to ensure efficient project execution.Technical Expertise: Possess a strong understanding of battery storage technology, including system design, installation, and maintenance.Quality Control: Implement and maintain rigorous quality control standards to ensure construction projects meet industry standards and client specifications.Safety Compliance: Enforce strict safety protocols and ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and guidelines.Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with project sBudget Oversight: Monitor project budgets and expenses, making necessary adjustments to ensure projects are delivered within budgetary constraints. Requirements: Expertise in battery storage systems, including design, installation, and operation.Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and safety standards.Relevant certifications in construction management and battery storage (e.g., PMP, LEED, NABCEP) are a plus.
My client are lookng fill the exciting and pivotal role of Grid Specialist. The successful candidate will work closely with the clients Investment Team to provide grid-related advice and services on existing and new investment opportunities throughout the development cycle and across multiple technologies, including onshore and offshore wind, solar and energy storage. In the clients current development pipeline of onshore wind projects, there is a significant value-add opportunity to provide strategic advice and to help maximise success for the connection of projects. There is also an opportunity to deliver grid connection solutions across a variety of new technology developments, including energy storage, repowering, solar and to explore the co-location of batteries with wind and solar. It is expected that the successful individual will also leverage their existing industry contacts and relationships to help maximise project success.Key Responsibilities of the Role: Providing a variety of advice and services in relation to grid connections and energy storage for a portfolio of renewable energy projects, across onshore and offshore wind, solar and energy storage technologies.Providing strategic advice on grid connections through all stages of the development lifecycle (e.g. identifying preferred connection methods, estimating likely levels of constraint / curtailment, analysing opportunities for clustering of connections across multiple projects etc.).Using grid connection planning and pre-planning phase experience to input to the design of grid connections and to identify and assess potential project risks at planning stage.Identifying opportunities for the business in the area of energy storage technology, particularly in long duration energy storage.Managing the connection offer process for projects in both pre-planning and post-planning stages of development.Tracking policy developments in all areas of grid infrastructure and identifying emerging opportunities for the business as these policies evolve.Leveraging relationships with key stakeholders including system operators, regulators, industry organisations and public bodies to best serve the business.Developing intellectual property for the business in the area of grid connections through participation in industry organisations, conferences, industry forums and training courses.Providing advice across multiple areas of development, including green field development, repowering opportunities, hybridisation and co-location of wind / solar with energy storage.Providing technical input into interactions with our investment committee throughout the investment cycle. Suitable Candidate Requirements: Undergraduate or higher degree in an electrical engineering or other similar technical discipline.A minimum 8 years' prior experience working in grid connections and / or electrical design, gained in either an electrical engineering consultancy, utility company, renewable developer or similar background.Experience in early stage (planning and pre-planning) development of renewables infrastructure. Experience of energy storage technology would be a distinct advantage.Solid, demonstrable, and relevant experience in renewable developments with a proven track record.An ability to form enduring relationships with project stakeholders including system operators, regulators, project managers and other specialist consultants.Strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to build rapport quickly and develop long-term relationships with all stakeholder groups.A resilient character with the ability to operate optimally within a fast-paced, private equity-backed environment. This role is based in Cork but can be flexible for the correct candidate (e.g. Dublin)
Technical Development ManagerWe have partnered with a growing global consultancy and project development company in the renewable energy sector, partnering with top investors, developers, and technology companies. They specalise in origination, development, construction, and performance optimization of renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, PtX, and storage.Due to their growing portfolio of projects, they have an exciting opportunity for a Civil Technical Development Manager who will coordinate and lead the engineering of all aspects of allocated renewable energy projects, in conjunction with the Development / Project ManagerRole & Responsibilities Managing the development of and reviewing concept designs.Undertaking value engineering and business case optimisation.Completing due diligence activities on potential new development acquisitions.Site selection.Contract and specification negotiation.Distilling complex technical and project concepts into clear, concise summaries suitable for commercial stakeholders.Providing engineering technical support and advice to the broader team About you Relevant engineering bachelor's or master's degree.5+ years of relevant experience in the renewable energy and energy storage industry.Exposure to and a broad understanding of various engineering disciplines.An analytic mindset with the ability to identify and summarise complex topics in a structured and concise way.The ability to be client-facing and the capability to communicate complex technical subject matter to non-technical team members and clients.Familiar with the interface between commercial and technical aspects of a project.Comfortable in communicating within a techno-commercial environment
The company, my client, is expediting the transition to renewable energy by integrating intelligent energy resources into existing and new infrastructure. As a national energy partner and an independent power producer, they develop, construct, own, operate, and maintain integrated solar, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging assets for their commercial and industrial customers. They use their expertise, financial strength, and proprietary technology to offer configurable, standardized systems that meet the unique needs of their partners. By leveraging these systems, their clients can realize greater value from their assets, take ownership of their energy profiles, and become active participants in the renewable energy transition.They are looking for passionate, collaborative, and innovative thinkers who want to make a difference by creating a better future. The position of Senior Project Developer is open for experienced professionals who can support the origination, development, and delivery of projects by collaborating with the team and guiding development strategies that offer the most significant customer impact and highest commercial value.The ideal candidate is a problem solver, learner, and results-oriented person who can work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and mobilize resources. They have excellent communication skills and can present complex information to various stakeholder groups in a logical and accessible way. They are proficient in using enterprise software and have experience in developing and delivering ISO-level battery energy storage systems.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing projects with existing and new partners, managing project schedules and budgets, reviewing the target IRR with the finance team, guiding projects through the interconnection process, and working with engineering, utilities, and customers to ensure development milestones are met. They will also identify and suggest improvements to business processes and best practices, evaluate community solar acquisitions, and work collaboratively with various stakeholders.My client offers an opportunity to transform the energy industry, growth, development, learning, and advancement opportunities, and an extremely flexible work environment. They also provide excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, STD, LTD, AFLAC, pet, legal, commuter, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and more.
My client is currently resourcing for an experienced Grid Delivery Engineer who will be responsible for the management and design of grid connection assets for the clients pipeline of solar and storage projects. They will work as part of a leading independent solar and storage development platform in the UK & Ireland, delivering solar and storage projects from origination through the development process. Duties and Responsibilities Support the delivery of Elgin Energy’s project pipeline to energisation by providing electrical engineering guidance and management throughout the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.Report to senior management on progress of all grid connection construction activities across the portfolio.Review, in conjunction with the wider team, contractor designs, processes and commercial proposals.Provide technical advice to the senior management team to ensure all grid connection factors during the build process are appropriately considered and risk assessed and that the most efficient, cost effective and safe proposals are pursued in line with company requirementsProactively identify and solve problems as they arise, taking preventative measures to avoid risks to the project schedule and budget. Manage and report on deviations from project schedules, budgets or scope.Support project construction and commissioning activities by co-ordinating and witnessing testing activities, analysing plant performance, and working pro-actively with Network Operators to resolve issues.Co-ordinate with the Construction Lead to ensure safe, efficient and cost effective delivery of the grid connection elements of the pipeline and to progressively establish sound CDM standards, systems and procedures for construction activities.Review all relevant documentation and provide input at the concept design, detailed design and construction phases to ensure successful project delivery while also maintaining compliance with Construction, Health & Safety and Grid Code standards and requirements. Skills and Knowledge Competent and experienced in the design and delivery of grid connection aspects of renewable energy projects.Ability to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders effectively.Strong time management, organisational and report writing skills.Commercially astute and process drivenGood decision-making capability, negotiating skills and engineering judgementStrong technical knowledge of electricity grid planning/operations and the UK/IRL Grid Codes.Knowledge of the AC and DC electrical design of solar PV plants, energy storage and grid connection methodologies.Knowledge of HV electrical equipment, control systems, SCADA, protection, and metering.Knowledge of the DNO/ICP process for embedded generator connections in the UK/IRL. Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Energy Engineering or related discipline.4+ years’ experience working in renewable energy, with knowledge and experience in the grid connection process and delivery of grid connection assets.Proven track record of site experience in the construction of the grid connection elements of renewable energy projects.Evidence of working successfully on multiple projects to demanding deadlines.Valid driver's license for UK & Ireland. Location Dublin, ROI. Travel in Ireland and the UK will be required.
My client is a renewable energy developer and independent power producer that partners with medium-to-large commercial and industrial real estate groups and third-party renewable energy developers. They accelerate the transition to renewable energy by making it easy and profitable to integrate smart energy resources into new and existing buildings and infrastructure. They develop, construct, own, operate, and maintain integrated solar, battery storage, and electric vehicle (EV) charging assets for commercial and industrial customers. Their standardized yet configurable systems meet partners' unique needs, allowing commercial and industrial property owners, operating companies, and their customers to extract greater value from their assets, take increased responsibility and ownership of their energy profile, and ultimately become part of the clean energy transition.My client is looking for a passionate, collaborative, and innovative Sr. Project Developer with experience in developing solar energy projects to support the origination, development, and delivery of projects on-time and on-budget. The Sr. Project Developer will collaborate closely with colleagues at all levels of the organization to guide development strategies that will have the greatest customer impact and highest commercial value.The Sr. Project Developer will develop projects with existing and/or new customers/partners, perform project-level development to NTP, manage project schedules and budgets, review the target IRR with the Finance team to ensure goals are being met, guide projects through the interconnection process, and ensure development milestones are met. They will partner with Legal to ensure projects obtain site control and have a clear title review, collaborate with development partners and/or act individually to obtain special use permits and all other non-ministerial permits, and develop a building permit matrix with the PM team. They will ensure survey work is completed and necessary permits, real estate, and grid interconnection agreements are secured, work closely with account managers to ensure smooth collaboration and development of parcels with real estate owners, work collaboratively with the Construction teams and assist in developing SOW and EPC contracts, and identify and suggest improvements to business processes and best practices.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field, preferred with an MBA and/or advanced cost accounting experience. They should have 6+ years of Community Solar Development experience, including distributed energy projects with a focus on in-front-of-the-meter solar projects in New York. They should also have a demonstrated success in conceptualizing and developing renewable energy solutions, an understanding of all aspects of solar power development, including sitting, interconnection, permitting, construction, and financing, as well as utility/energy/grid transformation. Additionally, they should have direct experience in distribution-grid level project development, obtaining site control, acquiring interconnection services agreements, and working with Procurement to manage equipment supply chains for hitting COD goals.The Sr. Project Developer will have experience developing and delivering ISO-level battery energy storage systems, experience in ERCOT, MISO, and SPP in TX strongly preferred, and experience using enterprise software like Salesforce, Procore, and Netsuite and participating with the Software Development team to capture project information for management. They should have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and/or Google Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Calendar), Adobe CS, and Microsoft Project, and be willing and able to travel locally and nationally 50% or more to meet with real estate owners, energy co-developers, and suppliers and visit project sites.My client offers an opportunity to play a significant role in transforming the energy industry, growth, development, learning, and advancement opportunities, an extremely flexible environment where your voice, thoughts, and ideas are valued and heard, and excellent benefits. The preferred locations for the Sr. Project Developer are Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Boulder, CO; or Marlborough, MA, but remote work will also be considered.
Spencer Ogden are proud to be partnered with an international solar developer expanding their operations in the UK. Our client are on the hunt for a Head of Project Development to lead an existing and growing pipeline of solar and battery storage projects across the country. This is an opportunity to join a multi-tech, international renewable developer with an impressive pipeline (19GW) both domestically and internationally. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Manage project development activities for renewable energy projects from green field through to pre-construction compliance.Lead land lease negotiation and liaison with land owners, agents, solicitors and other relevant parties.Provide input to the UK Director on project development strategy and targets.Manage project development team resource allocation to deliver optimal outcomesProvide support to the project development team in their rolesContinue to support, develop and strategize growth in the UK and internationally Preferential requirements include: A relecant academic background in environmental, planning or renewable energy/engineeringProject management and team leading experienceStrong skills in the following IT remits: ArcGIS, Microsoft and Invoicing SystemsPrevious experience in business development and/or identifying new opportunitiesKnowledge of relevant UK legislation, hold the right to work in the UK and a Full UK Driver's License There is a strong financial package and bonus structure in place for the right candidate. Previous experience in renewables is essential, with a preference towards solar and battery storage. Please apply via the link or contact Theo Bove via the details below to learn more: 0141 375 7292 theo.bove@spencer-ogden.com
Job Description:This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing renewables team based in the Northeast. They are actively seeking out a BESS engineering expert to take a lead role in the development of their projects. Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of renewable generation control system applications for North American projects. Design, implement, and test various components of the renewable generation control system, including overall power plant control for PV Solar and BESS sites based on established PSSE models and ISO/RTO requirements. Develop applications for BESS energy management system. Coordinate asset generation between PV Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Design SCADA systems for BESS and PV Solar, ensuring effective communication through industry standard protocols (Modbus, DNP3, etc.). Provide technical support across departments for new project pursuits and product development. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers in renewable control system application design and commissioning. Create and maintain engineering plans and schedules. Support customer Factory Acceptance Test and participate in site commissioning and Site Acceptance Test activities. Identify opportunities for product and process improvements and provide valuable suggestions. Manage time effectively to meet project schedule and commitments. Cultivate and nurture customer relationships. Monitor and track project financial performance. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. Minimum 9+ years of experience in power generation control system applications, specifically in renewable energy systems, power conversion, energy storage, PV, and/or power systems control. Willingness to travel up to 30% domestically. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. Familiarity with UL1973, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA 855, and NFPA 70E. Experience working with utility-scale battery storage systems preferred.
This client is seeking an experienced project developer to manage utility-scale renewable energy projects in the Central United States. As one of the largest and most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States, our client's portfolio boasts more than 23 GW of renewable energy projects. With a full-service model that manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities, our client is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace.In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading cross-functional project teams through the entire development process, from obtaining site control through permitting to the start of construction. Reporting to the Central U.S. Regional Team Lead, the candidate will be leading a team of internal staff and external consultants with expertise in engineering, meteorology and resource assessment, permitting, environmental studies, real estate/title, and transmission. This is a great opportunity for someone who has previous experience in utility-scale solar, wind, and/or energy storage development and wants to work with a company that is committed to renewable energy and sustainability.The core responsibilities of the job include site acquisition, site control documents, and real estate curative negotiations, creation and management of an overall project strategy plan, project schedule and critical path management, site acquisition including landowner lease negotiations, coordination of local, state, and federal permitting processes, coordination of project environmental and wildlife studies, creation and management of a project public relations plan, project budget and cash flow projection, management and tracking, coordination of the project interconnection process, support in the identification and screening of project opportunities, negotiation of local tax abatement/incentives, proactive coordination of preliminary project design, and support in the negotiation of power purchase and asset sale agreements. The successful candidate must have excellent entrepreneurial, interpersonal, verbal/written communication, good judgment, project management, negotiation, and leadership skills.The job requirements include a 4-year college