Grid United · 2 days ago
Development Analyst
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expGrid United is a mission driven company aiming to solve the largest barrier to a cleaner, more reliable grid by developing new long haul transmission lines in the United States. The Development Analyst will coordinate with internal and external experts, manage project budgeting and scheduling, and engage with stakeholders to ensure successful project development.
CommunitiesElectrical DistributionEnergy
Responsibilities
Work with a team of diverse experts to understand the drivers of a well-located transmission project (e.g. market drivers, policy, environmental constraints, etc.)
Spend approximately 30% of your time traveling to the project region. Frequency of travel will vary depending on each project’s needs
Support discussions with utility customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders
Gain trust and understanding to explain benefits of projects to host communities
Assist efforts to obtain local, state and Federal approvals
Manage project budgeting and scheduling
Manage and engage with internal and external support/team members (e.g. communication experts, permitting experts, etc.)
Manage internal and external reporting and processes supporting project development
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college program
1-3 years work experience for Analyst or 4+ years for Associate with a strong track record of success; preferred experience in clean energy, pipeline, or transmission line development sectors
Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task efficiently with constant regard for accuracy and quality
Articulate speaker with the ability to lead public presentations
Strong writing skills, including both technical and persuasive writing
Ability to read and digest large amounts of information rapidly
Deep curiosity for all functional areas of development including commercialization, engineering, land acquisition, public outreach, and US state and federal regulations
Adaptability and flexibility to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and uncertainty, and project changes
Strong computer and data management skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to work collaboratively in a small, nonhierarchical organization
Familiarity and basic proficiency with professional GIS systems and maps
Proactive and open to embracing new challenges
Positive, professional, and energetic team-oriented attitude
Preferred
Advanced degrees are helpful but not required
Experience with Peace Corps, veteran, or other public service experience
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Bonus incentive plan
Long term incentive plan
Health benefits
401(k)
And more
Company
Grid United
Grid United develops electric transmission projects that provides economic benefits to communities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Skelly
Co Founder and CEO
Recent News
2025-11-12
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