Project Development Manager

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the Jackson Service Center located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

The Project Development Manager applies extensive and diverse knowledge of management principles and practices across broad areas of responsibility and related fields. This role involves independently making decisions on large, complex commercial issues and methodologies, and representing the business in negotiations and the resolution of critical strategic matters. The position requires the use of advanced techniques and the adaptation or extension of theories and practices within the relevant disciplines.

The manager interprets, organizes, and executes highly advanced strategic assignments that pose significant risk to the business. They are responsible for managing multiple high-complexity projects or programs simultaneously, typically involving strategic acquisitions with a total projected investment ranging from $50 million to $500 million.

• Lead business case development and conduct thorough due diligence to support strategic initiatives.
• Oversee contract development and manage negotiations with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drive project development activities from concept through execution.
• Engage with senior leadership through presentations, strategic communications, and regular updates.
• Provide mentorship to team members and foster cross-functional collaboration across departments.
• Manage third-party interactions, including vendors, consultants, and internal partners.
• Contribute to strategic planning and ensure effective implementation of business objectives.
• Support the development, monitoring, and implementation of processes and governance frameworks.
• Administer and uphold corporate standard work practices and protocols.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or as necessary to meet evolving business needs.

• Acquisition of major assets
• Strong business acumen
• Strategic planning, development, and implementation of business initiatives
• Project development and management
• Contract creation and negotiation
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies
• Leadership of cross-functional teams

• Bachelor's degree in business, or engineering with a minimum of two (2) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
• (OR) Associate's degree in business, or engineering with a minimum of four (4) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
• (OR) High school diploma with a minimum of six (6) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and…