Project Development Manager - ERCOT

Zelestra
$120,000 - $160,000Remote

About The Position

Zelestra is seeking a skilled Project Development Manager to lead the development of new energy infrastructure. You’ll be a part of a dedicated team focused on mid-to late-stage project development in ERCOT and SPP, with the specific goal of delivering construction-ready renewable energy projects on-time to meet our customer commitments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, environmental studies, business, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a proven track record of successfully advancing renewable energy projects to Notice to Proceed (NTP).
  • Strong market knowledge, due diligence capabilities, and excellent communication skills.
  • Demonstrated success working across real estate, permitting, interconnection, power marketing, and EPC activities.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and due diligence teams throughout all project phases.
  • Skilled in financial modeling and project economics.
  • Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
  • Excellent relationship management skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in utility-scale renewable energy project development is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all of mid-to late-stage utility-scale renewable energy projects in close collaboration with subject matter experts.
  • Manage the interconnection process with sensitivity to utility and ISO requirements.
  • Oversee project design and engineering. Work closely with internal and external engineers to optimize project competitiveness.
  • Direct stakeholder engagement, including to local, state, and federal agencies, landowners, and community members.
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project budgets and schedules, and provide key economic inputs for financial modeling and investment decisions.
  • Coordinate internal and external resources across disciplines—real estate, permitting, interconnection, transmission, marketing, engineering, and financing.
  • Collaborate closely with the Project Finance team to align deal structure, tax strategy, and financial assumptions with underwriting requirements.
  • Monitor and analyze U.S. market trends and policy developments to identify risks and opportunities, advising on their strategic implications.
  • Ensure effective communication with all project stakeholders, fostering alignment and addressing concerns to support smooth project progression.
  • Drive late-stage project readiness, ensuring all commercial, technical, and financial elements are in place for successful execution and financing.

Benefits

  • medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • flexible spending accounts
  • life insurance
  • holiday pay
  • paid time off
  • competitive bonus program
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