Longroad Energy · 7 hours ago
Development Manager, SPP
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expLongroad Energy is a renewable energy developer headquartered in Boston, MA, focused on the development, ownership, and operation of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. The Development Manager will drive the development of utility-scale renewable energy projects, emphasizing the SPP market, while engaging with stakeholders and overseeing project execution from inception to financial close.
EnergyEnergy ManagementProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Implement a regional market strategy to identify, evaluate, and develop renewable energy projects (solar, wind and battery storage) from greenfield to financial close/ start of construction
Partner on greenfield site identification, including negotiating land agreements and securing necessary local, state, and federal permits
Oversee real estate surveys, title work, tax agreements, and other development-related due diligence
Engage with community stakeholders, fostering positive relationships with landowners and local representatives to build support for projects
Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to conduct resource assessments, environmental studies, and permitting requirements
Manage project budgets, schedules, and technical and commercial activities throughout the development lifecycle
Support the origination team in analyzing off-take opportunities, responding to RFPs, and structuring revenue plans
Collaborate on financial modeling efforts in collaboration with the finance and commercial teams, ensuring robust project economics
Work closely with engineering and construction teams to scope, budget, and prepare projects for execution
Present development progress, risks, and investment recommendations to the Investment Committee and other stakeholders as needed
Maintain an active project pipeline and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring milestone achievement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing multiple development projects in renewable energy, power generation, or utilities, with expertise in planning, environmental permitting, legal, finance, or engineering
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing consultants
Experience partnering on agreement negotiation and managing relationships with landowners, regulators, and community stakeholders
Experience effectively managing consultants and cross-functional teams without direct authority
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet-based research tools
Self-motivated, capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
Ability to travel 30-50% of the time within the region for project-related activities
Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
Ability to walk undeveloped land and work at a computer for extended periods
Preferred
Experience developing renewable energy projects from early-stage development through financial close and construction, particularly within the SPP region
Benefits
Opportunity for merit-based salary increases
Incentive plan participation
Eligibility for our 401 (k) plan and matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year
Paid holidays
Paid volunteer time
Paid parental leave
Company
Longroad Energy
Longroad Energy is a renewable energy developer that specializes in the development, financing, and operation of renewable energy projects.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.1BKey Investors
MEAG
2023-11-27Debt Financing· $600M
2022-08-01Undisclosed· $500M
2016-10-05Undisclosed
Leadership Team
P
Paul Gaynor
CEO & Co-Founder
P
Pete Keel
Chief Financial Officer & Co-Founder
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