Associate, Renewable Development

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

11d•$85,000 - $103,000

About The Position

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Position Overview As an Associate, Development you will be responsible for leading elements supporting the development of utility-scale energy projects including wind, solar, storage, natural gas, and transmission. These responsibilities include land acquisition and diligence, project management, permitting and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
2-4 years of work experience in renewable and/or clean energy industry or relevant experience
Valid drivers license
Travel as needed, anticipated 25%- 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with energy project development, real estate development, transmission and power project engineering are advantageous.
Relevant experience in land, environment, permitting or development
Strong organizational, networking, leadership, and time management skills
Strong communication and personal skills
Ability to write effectively and concisely

Responsibilities

Support development of individual solar, storage, and/or wind projects in the United States.
Identify development prospects, including fatal flaw identification and initial site reconnaissance.
Secure site control for development prospects, including negotiating leases, easements and other agreements with landowners. Work with internal and external SMEs to reduce real estate risk.
Support generation interconnection activities.
Interface with government officials, neighbors, and the public to establish positive relationships and effectively communicate project objectives, benefits, and details.
Secure project permits, tax abatements and other discretionary approvals.
Coordinate internal and external support from legal, engineering, environmental, interconnection, and construction teams.
Contribute to financial models and schedule.
Represent Invenergy LLC with customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders.