Sr Project Developer

Sr Project Developer

The Sr Project Developer supports all development and construction activities associated with new generation projects. Supports project budget updates, oversight of contractors and consultants that support site development and construction activities, administers the associated contracts, ensures site compliance with environmental and other permits, regulatory requirements, safety requirements, and quality of the development and construction. This position maintains key business, public and stakeholder relationships and includes interaction with landowners, county employees, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders and coordinates with other department to complete development and construction tasks.

The position supports various calculations, reports, analyses, document control and other activities needed to complete due diligence, development and construction activities.

Support activities for self-developed projects as well as due diligence efforts and oversight of progress for projects purchased from developers. Development activities include site evaluation, land acquisition, title policy coverage, environmental studies, obtaining interconnection rights, completing renewable resource and energy assessments, and supporting and securing local, state and federal permits as required.

Oversee site construction activities including contractor performance relative to schedule, quality, safety and compliance.

Perform various calculations and analysis supporting the development and construction of new wind generation projects.

Perform activities supporting contract negotiation efforts for asset purchase agreement contracts, balance of plant contracts, and major equipment procurement contracts.

Monitor and report on performance related to safety, compliance, budget, schedule and quality for all site development and construction activity.

Participate in meetings with developers, consultants, contractors, inspectors, landowners and other stakeholders in site development and construction activities.

Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical sciences, math, finance, accounting or related field or equivalent work experience. (Typically six years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.)

Willingness to travel to various sites; approximately 50% of job duties will be performed at development or construction sites.

Six or more years of operations, construction, development or renewable industry related experience; with two years in a senior technical/leadership role preferred.

Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills.

Effective interpersonal skills and leadership abilities.

Effective organization, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Planning and budgeting skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple issues, tasks and projects concurrently.

BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how Terra Lithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.

Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals – preparation, planning and attention to detail – holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARES program encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities,…