Sr. Utility Scale Development Manager

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Project Development

Remuneration: Exempt

Senior Development Manager, Utility-scale Developer - Central Region 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 Senior Manager will play a key role in delivering renewable energy projects in alignment with RWE’s strategy in North America.

• Develop a portfolio of utility-scale Solar, Wind and Energy Storage projects, from green fielding to start of construction
• Serve as project lead, managing large cross-functional project teams
• 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
• Manage cost estimating and EPC bidding process to firm up CAPEX as collaborating with Precon and Procurement teams
• Manage optimization of engineering design
• Provide support during the construction phase to ensure successful COD.
• Support more junior Development Managers / Associates that are in the lead of individual projects
• Understand the key drivers for project’s financial attractiveness and identify best project locations in collaboration with RWE’s commercial and technical teams
• 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 presentations and drive internal approval processes
• Manage project budgets, objectives, schedules, and deliverables for assigned development projects
• Actively participate in the strategy for the region and internal improvement initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business/economics, environmental science, or relevant fields
• Minimum of 7 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 RWECE office 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 Clean Energy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $149,000 - $200,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.