<h3>Job Summary:</h3>We are seeking an experienced Project Developer to lead the development of utility-scale solar projects from origination through pre-construction. This role will be responsible for site selection, permitting, land acquisition, interconnection, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has a strong background in renewable energy development, a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, and the ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment.<h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3>Project Origination &amp; Site Development<ul><li>Identify and evaluate potential sites for utility-scale solar projects based on environmental, regulatory, and economic factors.</li><li>Conduct due diligence on land use, permitting requirements, and transmission interconnection feasibility.</li><li>Secure land control agreements, including leases, purchase agreements, and easements with landowners.</li></ul>Permitting &amp; Regulatory Compliance<ul><li>Lead the local, state, and federal permitting processes for project approval.</li><li>Manage environmental studies, zoning approvals, and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance with land use, environmental, and energy regulations.</li></ul>Interconnection &amp; Grid Integration<ul><li>Coordinate interconnection applications and feasibility studies with utilities and regional transmission operators (RTOs/ISOs).</li><li>Work with internal engineering teams and external consultants to optimize grid connection strategies.</li><li>Track interconnection timelines, costs, and milestones to ensure project feasibility.</li></ul>Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Community Relations<ul><li>Build relationships with landowners, local government officials, regulatory agencies, and community groups.</li><li>Represent the company at public hearings, industry events, and community meetings.</li><li>Address stakeholder concerns and communicate the benefits of solar energy projects.</li></ul>Financial Analysis &amp; Project Management<ul><li>Assist in financial modeling and project valuation to assess project viability.</li><li>Coordinate with finance, legal, and construction teams to ensure projects are investment-ready.</li><li>Manage project timelines, budgets, and risks throughout the development lifecycle.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications &amp; Experience:</h3><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Renewable Energy, Environmental Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>3+ years of experience in utility-scale solar or renewable energy development.</li><li>Strong understanding of real estate transactions, permitting processes, and interconnection procedures.</li><li>Experience negotiating land acquisition agreements and working with regulatory agencies.</li><li>Knowledge of energy markets, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and project finance is a plus.</li></ul><h3>Skills &amp; Competencies:</h3><ul><li>Strong project management and organizational skills.</li><li>Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.</li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, legal, and finance teams.</li><li>Proficiency in GIS mapping tools, Excel, and financial modeling software is a plus.</li><li>Willingness to travel as needed for site visits and stakeholder meetings.</li></ul>

SunEnergy1 is a vertically integrated Solar Developer that controls all stages of a solar project in-house from land acquisition, permitting, design, engineering, and construction to operations and maintenance. This model creates significant pricing and term flexibility, ensuring the best price for the corporate, institutional and utility partners. As experts in utility-scale Corporate and Institutional Development Projects, SunEnergy1 has a proven track record assembling customers and structuring Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) for the development of large-scale solar facilities. SunEnergy1 is committed to the communities within which we operate, helping to support through sustainable development and employment opportunities to thousands of families. We believe this support will create a positive lasting impact on each community.

Project Developer – Utility-Scale Solar

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