DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT (UTILITY-SCALE)

Global IPP focusing on Utility-scale projects across the USOpportunity to create and expand Development functionAbout Our ClientA multi-national development firm that has coverage across the US for solar, wind and storage projects with an incredibly strong pipeline in WECC, SPP, MISO and PJM. They have a fantastic opportunity to appoint a new Director of Development (Utility-scale) to spearhead the group's Development efforts and in time, expand a team of Developers across the US.Job DescriptionThe Director of Development (Utility-scale) will be responsible for:Providing support for a growing organization in a fast-paced environmentHire and manage a Development team to focus on projects across NY-ISO, MISO and PJMFocus on identifying and securing new solar and energy storage project development sites, negotiating land agreements, managing interconnection requests, and evaluating project viabilityThis role will also identify and evaluate project acquisitions and strategic partnering opportunitiesLead market analysis and site selection for greenfield developmentAcquire land leases for greenfield opportunities and maintain relationships with landowners for existing projectsManage environmental assessment campaigns and associated external consultantsManage discretionary permitting activities at all levels of governmentDirect resource management campaigns and energy production estimatesCollaborate with internal stakeholders and consultants to appropriately manage the electrical interconnection processDetermine the financial viability of projects together with the corporate finance departmentRepresent the company at regional industry association meetingsMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantThe Director of Development (Utility-scale) will be eligible for:Minimum 8+ years of previous experience in energy project development requiredExperience of delivering projects in WECC, SPP, MISO or PJM is advantageousSolid understanding of the development process of major power projectsDesire to manage a team long termExposure to renewable energy issues and economicsExperience in US power markets, utilities, interconnection issues, and Power Purchase AgreementsSuccessfully taken projects from inception through to CODTechnical understanding of power projectsExcellent project management skills with a highly organized approachWhat's on OfferThe Director of Development (Utility-scale) will be eligible for:$180,000 - $220,000 base salaryAnnual bonus scheme (30%)Project Milestone bonusFlexibility for fully remote work in the USContactJonathan HaltonQuote job refJN-012024-6309516Job summarySectorRenewable EnergySub SectorDevelopment DirectorIndustryEnergy & Natural ResourcesLocationChicagoContract TypePermanentConsultant nameJonathan HaltonJob ReferenceJN-012024-6309516Job NatureHybrid working