Team Lead Project Development

Natek Corporation•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a vertically integrated energy infrastructure and performance contracting firm delivering complex Energy Savings Performance Contracting, Central Energy Centers, CHP systems, renewable energy projects, and large-scale mechanical and electrical modernization throughout the Northeast. With continued expansion across Long Island and the greater New York City market, the organization is seeking a Team Lead, Project Development to provide technical and strategic leadership across performance contracting and energy infrastructure projects. This role is designed for a senior level project development leader who understands the complexity of the New York market and can lead development efforts with technical authority and commercial awareness. OVERVIEW The Team Lead, Project Development will own the full development lifecycle of energy and infrastructure modernization projects across municipal, education, healthcare, and commercial facilities throughout the Long Island and Metro NYC region. This individual serves as the technical authority during the development phase, guiding engineering direction, validating financial assumptions, and ensuring the integrity of guaranteed savings models. Operating at the intersection of engineering, finance, and client engagement, this role leads ASHRAE Level II, Level III, and Investment Grade Audits while structuring technically sound and commercially viable solutions. The position requires experience navigating regulatory requirements, union labor considerations, and multi stakeholder public procurement processes common within the New York market. This is a leadership role designed for an experienced project development professional who can mentor engineering teams, manage technical risk, and partner closely with business development leadership to secure and deliver performance contracts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Energy Systems Engineering
7 plus years of experience within ESCO or performance contracting environments
Demonstrated leadership of technical teams or multi disciplinary project groups
Extensive experience with ASHRAE Level II and III audits and Investment Grade Audits
Proven experience structuring and validating guaranteed energy savings
In depth and advanced building systems knowledge including mechanical systems, HVAC infrastructure, Building Automation Systems, electrical distribution, and lighting systems
Advanced knowledge of ASHRAE, IESNA, NEC, and related codes
Experience leading projects from assessment through implementation
Strong client facing communication and presentation skills

Nice To Haves

PE license strongly preferred
CEM, CMVP, LEED AP, or related certifications
Experience within public sector and municipal markets in New York
Familiarity operating within union labor environments and complex stakeholder structures

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee ASHRAE Level II, Level III, and Investment Grade Audits across complex building portfolios
Direct identification, engineering, and validation of energy and water conservation measures
Review and approve energy models, financial analyses, capital cost estimates, and guaranteed savings calculations
Structure technically sound, financially viable project scopes aligned with performance contract requirements
Define pricing strategy and manage technical risk prior to contract execution
Support executive level client presentations and technical components of contract negotiations
Mentor and guide project development engineers and analysts while maintaining high quality standards
Coordinate closely with construction, commissioning, measurement and verification, and operations teams to ensure feasibility and continuity
Oversee commissioning standards and validate post installation performance outcomes
Ensure seamless transition from development through implementation and long term performance validation