Director, Utility-Scale Development

over 2 years ago
Full time role
Chicago, IL, US... more
Chicago, IL, US... more

Job Description

Do you have a passion for making our environment better for this generation and the ones that follow? Does working for a fast paced, growing company that is leading the way into new markets sound exciting to you? Come join us as we take on new challenges and help build a better tomorrow. Our mission is clear: to reshape the energy landscape, delivering value to our clients and partners while benefiting our communities and society at large. Let's make a difference together. Join our team. 

SUMMARY

Nexamp’s Utility Scale Division is seeking a seasoned developer to lead the development of utility scale solar projects in several select markets. The ideal candidate will have ten plus years of large generation project development experience. The individual hired to fulfill this role will lead the origination and development of large utility scale solar and storage projects. This individual understands how clean energy policy creates market opportunity. Open to candidates in a remote location, although working from the Nexamp office in Chicago/Boston/Austin is preferred.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform and manage development activities such as: site origination, site control negotiation, real estate and title curative, project permitting, utility interconnection, and tax agreement negotiation
  • Close coordination with junior business development staff to develop and implement effective lead campaign strategies
  • Development of long-term relationships with site owners, local authorities and other project stakeholders
  • Effective communication with project stakeholders and community members to facilitate project permitting and other initiatives
  • Fostering support from state, county and local governments, community groups, and abutters
  • Management of external consultants as needed in conjunction with project permitting activities
  • Crafting a compelling value proposition that reflects avoided cost, load profile, applicable tariffs, and layered revenue streams to promote the projects to potential off-takers in close coordination with the PPA origination team
  • Active management of development schedule and budget to ensure timely and cost-effective projects
  • Support of internal finance, engineering, and construction teams to facilitate successful project financing and construction
  • Development of sales presentations, proposals, and other materials as needed to support project development efforts
  • Occasional travel is required; some evening and weekend work required

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 10+ years of energy industry experience in a development role
  • Experience developing utility-scale generation projects in one or multiple ISOs
  • Integration of PV and energy storage systems preferred
  • Commercial real estate prospecting and business model understanding
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Effective team leader and collaborator

If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application.  We encourage people from minority or marginalized groups to apply.

At Nexamp, our mission is building the future of energy, so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.

PERKS & COMPENSATION

Not only will you get to work with a group of innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes: our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, & vision insurance starting day one; Flexible Paid Time Off and Holiday PTO; Commuter Benefits, Cell Phone Reimbursement; as well as a hybrid work environment, headquartered in Boston, MA with a fun, collaborative, downtown office! We provide healthy snacks, coffee, yoga sessions, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please note that the Company requires all individuals in this position to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  “Fully vaccinated” means that the individual can provide acceptable proof that the individual has received, at least fourteen (14) days prior to the individual’s start date, either the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or one dose of a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine.  Vaccines must be authorized and/or approved by the FDA.  Individuals needing an exemption to this requirement due to medical, disability-related, or religious reasons may request an exemption.  The Company will engage in an interactive process to determine if an exemption to this requirement as a reasonable accommodation is appropriate.

NEXAMP VALUES AND MISSION

Building the future of energy so it is clean, simple and accessible.

Nexamp is building the energy infrastructure of tomorrow and reinventing the way people interact with the electricity that powers their lives. By deploying a distributed network of locally sourced clean energy, we seek to reduce the negative effects of climate change. Our team’s diverse experience drives innovation from the ground up and with a singular passion: to deliver an accessible and sustainable energy future for all.

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