Project Developer

East Point Energy • Charlottesville, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Developer is responsible for developing energy storage projects and managing the project team.

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to communicate across a broad spectrum of technical understanding - written, verbal, and non-verbal
• Public speaking
• Development risk identification and assessment
• Proficiency with project management software, customer relationship management software, and GIS preferred
• Must be able to walk unassisted over uneven ground and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to drive to off-site locations as needed
• 4-year university degree, BS or BA
• 1-2 years of experience preferred; exceptional entry level candidates will be considered
• Approximately 30% of time will be on the road; will vary based on status of projects
• Travel includes independent site visits and landowner meetings
• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for energy development and the environment
• Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
• Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
• Team player and leader with a proactive attitude and collaborative disposition
• Organized, attention to detail
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
• Strong sense of integrity and accountability

Responsibilities

• Prospecting and researching target areas
• Negotiating and securing site control and managing landowner relationships
• Securing discretionary and understanding ministerial permitting
• Negotiating and securing tax abatements
• Identifying and resolving title issues
• Coordinating with Business Development in understanding the business case and securing project-level revenue
• Monitoring and participating in regulatory and legislative policy initiatives
• Leading interdisciplinary project teams by working independently and with outside parties such as permit officers, fire departments, SMEs, vendors, contractors, etc.
• Working with project teams to determine appropriate project schedule and forecast costs to support project activities
• Coordinating with other departments regarding late-stage development activities and project handoff to EPC and/or Asset Management teams
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives for the project development team to maintain and iterate upon existing tools and processes
• Support key project financial decisions around project funding as well as M&A opportunities
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Leave
• Holidays
• Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level