Project Developer - Renewable Energy

The Opportunity

The Green Recruitment Company is currently working with an energy innovater who provide power generation and storage solutions at scale around the world to create a cleaner energy future. As a Renewable Development Manager, you will manage the development of utility-scale solar and wind energy projects throughout the United States. This position will be located in the Chicago headquarters.

The Role

• Managing renewable energy projects within the United States
• Lead development activities in early, mid, and/or late stages of the project
• Align projects with long-term company strategy and initiatives
• Identify development prospects, including market assessments, fatal flaw identification and initial site reconnaissance
• Secure site control for development prospects, including negotiating leases, easements and other agreements with landowners.
• Liaise with all key stakeholders including internal and external.
• Take a lead role in obtaining certain local, state and/or federal permits
• Assist project budgeting and scheduling.
• Manage tasks according to budgets and schedules, including coordinating internal and external technical support.

Required Skills

• Degree in a relevant field. A master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
• 4-8 years’ experience in Renewables.
• Ability to manage the development and strategic process for wind and/or solar energy projects
• Strong organizational, networking, leadership, time management, and accounting skills.
• Familiarity with solar project development, real estate development, transmission and power project engineering are advantageous.