Sr. Director, Development

Copia Power • Phoenix, AZ

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Copia is seeking an experienced Sr. Director, Development with 10+ years of experience the renewable energy space with exposure to land negotiations, real estate, engineering, permitting, interconnection and legal through construction commencement. This role requires a versatile individual who possesses exceptional decision-making, communication, and influencing skills as well as the ability to collaborate well in a fast-paced, people-first company. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting large portfolio projects through the full project cycle from financing through construction. The Sr. Director, Development will report directly to the EVP, Chief Development Officer, Power. The Sr. Director, Development will work closely with Copia’s development, engineering, energy markets, legal, and finance teams.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence.
• Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization.
• Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors.
• Resourcefulness and polite persistence.
• 10+ years professional experience in renewable energy project development (AZ experience required), including exposure to utilities, interconnection, permitting, contracting, and financing.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in finance, engineering, environmental studies, renewable energy, project/construction management or similar discipline
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, project management software and a CRM system
• Exposure to land negotiations, real estate, engineering, permitting, interconnection, and legal through construction commencement
• Ability to work in the Phoenix, AZ office a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Ability to travel up to 30%

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of subject matter experts to develop early and late-stage renewable energy projects, manage projects into the construction phase, and support the project through commissioning and project financing for handover to asset management and operations.
• Managing the development of a portfolio of projects: budgeting and finances, project timing and planning, risks assessment, and defining portfolio priorities based on development metrics and offtake potential.
• Coordinating with and managing interdisciplinary teams including land negotiations, real estate, engineering, permitting, interconnection and legal through construction commencement.
• Facilitating project discretionary permitting including permit strategy, tracking permit efforts, working with local AHJs, and obtaining all entitlements for the successful construction and operation of project facilities.
• Collaborating with an internal team and external consultants to site siting constraints, project design, technology options, resource assessments, and procurement strategies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums
• Company contribution to 401(k) plans
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid company holidays
• Wellness and cell phone credits
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
• Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees