Director, Energy Project Development

Location:
Toronto, ON – Hybrid (3+ days/week in office)

Job Type: Full-Time

Travel Requirement:
Approximately 30-40% within North America

Position Type:
Backfill

Are you ready to shape the future grid? Hydrostor, a leading energy storage, technology and infrastructure company dedicated to developing utility‑scale, long‑duration energy storage solutions, is seeking a Director, Project Development to join our team in Toronto. We’re supporting the development of a more resilient electricity grid and invite you to be at the forefront of this work!

Our cutting‑edge A‑CAES technology is uniquely poised to revolutionize the energy landscape. Join us as we lead the way in shaping a reliable and secure energy future.

We are seeking a Director, Project Development, to lead the advancement of utility‑scale energy storage projects from early‑stage development through to financial close.

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for defining and executing development strategies across a portfolio of complex infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on environmental permitting, regulatory approvals, and Ontario‑based development frameworks. This includes navigating municipal, provincial (e.g. MECP, IESO), and federal requirements, as well as real estate entitlement, stakeholder engagement – including First Nations and Indigenous communities – and regulatory strategy.

You will work cross‑functionally with internal teams (Commercial, Engineering, Legal, Finance) and external partners to deliver projects that are environmentally responsible, financially viable, community‑supported, and aligned with Hydrostor’s long‑term growth objectives.

• Lead the end‑to‑end development of utility‑scale energy storage and infrastructure projects, from site origination through environmental assessment, permitting, commercial structuring, and financial close.
• Define and execute project development strategies, including site selection, land acquisition, permitting pathways, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation.
• Build and maintain strong, respectful relationships with First Nations and Indigenous communities, ensuring early engagement, collaboration, and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee and guide permitting and approvals processes at municipal, provincial, and federal levels, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with project timelines.
• Direct community and stakeholder engagement efforts, including government agencies, regulators, landowners, and community groups, to build project support and address concerns.
• Lead land acquisition strategies and negotiations, including lease agreements, easements, and other land rights required for project advancement.
• Partner with internal and external teams to manage environmental assessments, impact studies, and due diligence activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Construction teams to ensure constructability and technical feasibility are incorporated early in development planning.
• Oversee interconnection strategy and execution, working with utilities, ISOs, and other stakeholders to secure grid access.
• Drive project governance, including budgets, schedules, risk registers, and stage‑gate approvals, ensuring transparency and accountability across the portfolio.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to development team members, fostering a high‑performance, collaborative, and accountable culture.
• Represent Hydrostor externally as a senior leader in negotiations, partnerships, and industry forums.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and policy developments across relevant jurisdictions.
• Champion Hydrostor’s commitment to safety, sustainability, and responsible development practices across all project activities.

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative leader with deep experience in developing large‑scale infrastructure or energy projects, particularly within Ontario’s environmental and permitting framework. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of navigating complex permitting environments,…