Utility-scale Development Manager

RWE•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Utility-scale Development team at RWE Clean Energy is responsible for initiating, developing, and acquiring utility-scale Solar, Wind and Energy Storage projects in the US and Canada. The Central Development group focuses on PJM West, MISO North and SPP North markets. The Development Manager will play a key role in delivering renewable energy projects in alignment with RWE's strategy in North America.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business/economics, environmental science, or relevant fields
Minimum of 5 years of work experience applicable to renewable energy infrastructure, including experience in developing wind, solar, or battery storage projects in the US
Exceptional project management skills
Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving abilities
Ability to multi-task, while working independently and as part of a team
Strong leadership and communication, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables
Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to manage customer relationships
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
Responds well to direction, is easy to challenge and develop, and is coachable
Detail-oriented, has strong business acumen, and a sound understanding of business concepts
Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, attention to detail and work ethic
Ability to travel up to 50%
This position is an office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWEA offices and field locations
Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Responsibilities

Develop utility-scale Solar, Wind and Energy Storage projects, from greenfielding to start of construction. Provide support during the construction phase to ensure successful COD
Serve as project lead, managing large cross-functional project teams
Understand the key drivers for project’s financial attractiveness and identify best locations in collaboration with RWE’s commercial and technical teams
Lead greenfield campaign to add new projects to RWE’s pipeline
Manage the full project lifecycle, working with a strong backbone of internal subject matter experts and external consultants. This includes site due diligence, securing land control agreements, environmental and permitting, interconnection, engineering & pre-construction, energy yield, tax abatements, power marketing, and tax equity financing
Drive project competitiveness optimization, via technical, commercial and financial levers
Lead the due diligence of project acquisitions, in collaboration with RWE’s M&A team
Prepare management presentation and drive internal approval processes
Develop and manage project budgets, objectives, schedules, and deliverables for assigned development projects
Actively participate in internal improvement initiatives