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Development Manager
$125k - 160k per year
Solar
US
Houston, Texas, United States
Permanent
Remote

Job Title: Development Manager - Utility Scale Solar

About the Role

Seeking a Development Manager to lead the development of large-scale renewable energy projects across multiple U.S. markets. The role encompasses full life-cycle project development up until NTP, including real estate, interconnection, permitting, stakeholder engagement, and financial closing support with a focus on SPP and MISO regions.


Key Responsibilities

- Lead development across SPP, MISO, and additional markets as needed, including both greenfielding and active projects.
- Guide activities around real estate acquisition, easements, and title clearance.
- Oversee zoning, permitting, and environmental review processes with federal, state, and local agencies.
- Navigate regulatory and policy frameworks to guide renewable energy project development and greenfield opportunities.
- Lead project execution and compliance, overseeing contracts, real estate, transmission, environmental approvals


Required Qualifications

- 3+ years of experience in large-scale solar and/or standalone storage siting and development.
- Proven track record developing assets in SPP and MISO markets.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and leadership presentations.
- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and contracts with limited supervision.


Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive base salary
- Bonus program participation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) contribution

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