Project Manager / Associate

Grid United is at the forefront of revolutionizing the energy landscape by developing long-distance transmission lines in North America, addressing key challenges for a more reliable and efficient grid. With patient capital backing led by experienced energy veterans, Grid United is in a fast-growth stage, boasting a purpose-built team of motivated and entrepreneurial talent. We are looking to expand our Development team with project managers / associates / analysts. The position title will depend on the candidate’s experience. The Project Analyst and Project Associate positions will be based in Houston but will include regular travel to the project area. The Project Manager position may be based in Houston or near the project area for periods of time, depending on the needs of the project. These roles report to a Development Director.

Please apply if you possess 70% or more of the required skills described below.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of diverse experts to understand the drivers of a well-located transmission project (e.g. market drivers, policy, environmental constraints, etc.).
• Spend approximately 50% of your time traveling to the project region. Frequency of travel will vary depending on each project’s needs.
• Support discussions with utility customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders.
• Gain trust and understanding to explain benefits of projects to host communities.
• Assist efforts to obtain local, state and Federal approvals.
• Manage project budgeting and scheduling.
• Manage and engage with internal and external support/team members (e.g. communication experts, permitting experts, etc.).
• Manage internal and external reporting and processes supporting project development
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college program. Advanced degrees are helpful but not required.
• 0-2 years work experience for Analyst, 3+ years for Associate, and 5+ years for Manager, with a strong track record of success; preferred experience in clean energy, pipeline, or transmission line development sectors. We are very open to candidates with Peace Corps, veteran, or other public service experience.
• Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task efficiently with constant regard for accuracy and quality.
• Articulate speaker with the ability to lead public presentations.
• Strong writing skills, including both technical and persuasive writing.
• Ability to read and digest large amounts of information rapidly.
• Deep curiosity for all functional areas of development including commercialization, engineering, land acquisition, public outreach, and US state and federal regulations.
• Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and uncertainty, and project changes.
• Strong computer and data management skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small, nonhierarchical organization.
• Familiarity and basic proficiency with professional GIS systems and maps.
• Proactive and open to embracing new challenges.
• Positive, professional, and energetic team-oriented attitude.
• Embodies Grid United’s core values of ingenuity, tenacity, humility, and grace.

Benefits:

Grid United offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a competitive base salary and bonus incentive plan, long term incentive plan, health benefits, 401(k), and more.

Grid United is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military/veteran status, or any basis prohibited by applicable law.