Senior Director, Project Development

A well-capitalized, private equity–backed renewable energy platform is seeking a Senior Director, Development to lead utility-scale solar and energy storage projects in Arizona
. This is a senior leadership role, functionally equivalent to VP-level
, reporting directly to the head of development and sitting one layer below the executive team.

The successful candidate will have full ownership of a regional portfolio, overseeing projects from early-stage development through construction commencement, financing, and handoff to asset management and operations.

• Lead and manage a portfolio of utility-scale solar and storage projects through the full development lifecycle
• Provide strategic oversight of land, permitting, interconnection, engineering, legal, and external consultants
• Manage development budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and portfolio priorities
• Support project financing, transaction execution, and construction readiness
• Build and lead high-performing development teams in a fast-paced environment

• 10+ years of utility-scale renewable energy development experience
• Strong track record delivering projects through NTP / construction start
• Deep familiarity with Arizona permitting, land, and interconnection processes
• Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a hybrid Phoenix-based role (minimum 3 days in office)