Solar Development Lead

Job Description

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Role Overview:

The Solar Development Lead at DG will support the development of solar and storage projects under 20MWac throughout the United States. This is a fast-paced and multi-faceted role facing multiple internal and external stakeholders and provides exposure to commercial matters

Main responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of solar project development including review of regulatory, environmental, real estate, technical and interconnection due diligence for projects under 20MWac. This position will focus primarily on C&I (rooftop and carport) projects.
• Conduct due diligence and project analysis for PV solar rooftop and ground mounted projects, and identify red flags and potential project-killers
• Produce preliminary feasibility reports, including permit road maps, development budgets, schedule and risk analysis.
• Understand permitting regimes and requirements in multiple jurisdictions, review and approve the work of external consultants to ensure high standards of work
• Manage budgets, milestones, schedules, and deliverables for development projects.
• Coordinate with engineering, finance, legal and construction to ensure efficient and compliant development of solar projects.
• Manage consultants, external stakeholders and other third parties to drive project execution on schedule and budget.
• Support as needed in the structuring, negotiating, and closing of land and tax agreements.
• Develop expertise in, and manage application efforts for various solar incentive programs
• Ensure development activities comply with internal EDPR standards as well as federal, state, and local
• Proactively identify development bottlenecks and organize teams internally and externally to problem solve

Employment type

Full Time

Work site

Hybrid

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years managing the development of multiple solar energy projects simultaneously
• Bachelors degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field
• Deep knowledge of navigating site development activities including, but not limited to, utility interconnection, permitting, land easements, and environmental studies
• Familiarity with the components, design and interconnection of pv systems
• Demonstrated success developing solar PV projects through the full project development lifecycle
• Financial planning, budgeting, organizational and resource mangement abilities
• Strong goal orientation, ability to prioritize tasks, and effectively manage a variety of project stakeholders
• Ability to problem solve, develop judgements and communicate effectively
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Travel:

Required and as needed (up to 30%)

Behavioral Requirements:

• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be self-motivated and willingness to take initiative
• Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, and productivity
• Strong interest in renewable energy
• Ability to work effectively with minimal direction
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional, multi-departmental teams

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster). You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.eeoc.gov).

Salary hiring range: $125,000-$140,000

Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry and are one part of many compensation, benefits, and other reward opportunities we provide. Individual pay rate decisions are based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect most of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors.

The range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description. However, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted. If that ends up being the case, the updated salary range will be communicated to you as a candidate. The salary range above is for the posting location specified. As a company, we have a location-based strategy, which means the salary range could be lower or higher than this if the role is hired in another location.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group’s strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacin Msfamlia
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017