Location: United States ( East Coast Remote)
Overview: A renewable energy company is looking for a Development Project Manager to oversee the progress of small-scale generation projects throughout the U.S. The role reports directly to the CEO and is part of the development team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Discover new opportunities for floating solar energy projects.
- Build and nurture connections with property owners, customers, and local communities.
- Move projects from the planning phase to being ready for construction.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to secure land, permits, and connections to the grid, while adhering to budget and timeline constraints.
- Work with technical and financial teams to develop solar solutions that balance performance, site conditions, and business strategies.
- Develop and maintain tools and databases to track project progress.
- Conduct market and competitive research as required.
- Support marketing and sales efforts related to assigned projects.
- Help evaluate potential project acquisitions.
Requirements:
- Strong interest in the intersection of renewable energy and water resources.
- Ability to manage projects with tight deadlines and multiple simultaneous tasks.
- Skill in managing external vendors and consultants to meet project goals on time and within budget.
- Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to project sites.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience analyzing small-scale energy programs and regulatory settings across different U.S. regions to guide project development.
- At least three years of experience in renewable energy project development, including at least one year focused on small-scale projects.
