Development Associate

Our client is an established renewable energy developer focused on advancing utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across key U.S. power markets. Backed by a global energy organization, the company combines financial strength with deep development expertise to deliver high-quality clean energy assets from early-stage development through construction.

The Development Associate
will play a key role in advancing utility-scale renewable energy projects through the development lifecycle. Working closely with cross-functional teams, consultants, and external stakeholders, this individual will support site control, permitting, interconnection, engineering coordination, and project execution while helping manage project schedules, budgets, and overall development strategy.

• 3-5 years of experience in renewable energy or the broader energy industry.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize competing responsibilities.

• Coordinate development activities, including site control, permitting, electrical interconnection, and engineering efforts.
• Manage project information and facilitate communication between internal teams and external consultants, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Maintain project assumptions, schedules, and development inputs while coordinating updates across functional groups.
• Track project progress, evaluate development risks and opportunities, and support project economics throughout the development process.
• Lead or assist with due diligence activities associated with project acquisitions.
• Support the negotiation and administration of land agreements, including lease and purchase options.
• Coordinate engineering activities required for permitting and utility interconnection.
• Partner with engineering teams throughout project design and EPC planning.
• Monitor key development milestones, manage project budgets, and ensure timely execution of critical tasks.
• Coordinate subject matter experts across real estate, permitting, engineering, and interconnection disciplines to advance project development.

Salary Range: $130-150K DOE

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