Position Details:

Project Development Manager - CAISO - Remote

Our client is looking for an experienced project developer to manage solar projects in the Western region. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional project teams that consist of internal staff and external consultants with expertise in engineering, meteorology and resource assessment, permitting, environmental studies, real estate/title, and transmission. Previous experience in utility-scale solar or wind development is strongly preferred. Technical skills in the above listed areas aren’t necessary, but good judgment, project management, and leadership skills are.

​Responsibilities

• Creation and management of an overall project strategy plan

• Project schedule, critical path, and critical issues management and reporting

• 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

• Coordination of preliminary project design and pro forma financial model

• Support the negotiation of power purchase and asset sale agreements

• Remain apprised of and communicate with the team on relevant regulatory or legislative matters at the local or state level

• Must be willing to travel 25%+ of time

​Job Requirements

• 4 year college degree required, advanced and/or technical degree preferred

• Project management experience required

• 3+ years development experience in the renewable energy industry required

• Knowledge of regional environmental and site permitting processes required

• Proven track record in project management and renewable energy contract negotiations

• Knowledge of renewable energy industry specific regulatory and legislative frameworks preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Power-Point, etc. required

• Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software experience preferred

• Leadership traits are key; must have the ability to successfully lead cross-functional and dynamic project teams in a matrix organization

Compensation and Benefits

• Title and compensation commensurate with experience

• Generous Bonus

• Vacation & Holidays: Paid Time Off plus 14 paid company holidays

• Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; 401(k)

• Flexible work-life balance and remote working