Senior Project Development Manager

Exciting opportunity to join one of the leading global clean energy platforms as a Senior Project Development Manager, focused on utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, and onshore wind projects across the Western United States. Hybrid in San Diego or San Francisco is accepted. Must have development experience in the West. Summary: Focused on leading the development of large-scale renewable energy assets within the Western US. Deeply technical and regulatory in nature. Responsible for navigating the complex lifecycle of utility-scale PV, BESS, and Wind projects. Ideal candidates possess a mix of real estate acumen, technical understanding of power grids, and the persistence to manage multi-year permitting and interconnection timelines. Responsibilities Utility-Scale Project Development Core Responsibilities * Site Control: Lead the identification, evaluation, and secured site control of viable land for utility-scale deployment. * Interconnection Management: Navigate the ISO/RTO interconnection queues and manage the technical studies required for grid injection. * Permitting & Entitlements: Manage the environmental and land-use permitting process at the local, state, and federal levels (including CEQA/NEPA where applicable). * Project Economics: Maintain rigorous project models, tracking development budgets and ensuring assets meet internal "Final Investment Decision" (FID) criteria. * Technical Coordination: Collaborate with specialized engineering and GIS teams to optimize site layouts and technology selection. Qualifications * Experience: A minimum of 10+ years in utility-scale renewables with a track record of successfully de-risking projects for construction. Demonstrated experience developing utility-scale solar, wind, or battery storage projects in western U.S. markets, with working knowledge CAISO, WECC, and other relevant ISO/RTO markets. * Expertise: Deep knowledge of power purchase agreements (PPAs), transmission constraints, and tax equity structures. * Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional project teams and provide strategic direction for the West Region portfolio. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities * Proven ability to deliver large-scale utility energy development projects from origination through financing and construction readiness. * Strong contract negotiation skills with a command of the legal knowledge required for successful agreement management. * Thorough understanding of project development risks and the ability to frame issues with context, analysis, recommendations, and risk/benefit tradeoffs for leadership. * Demonstratable knowledge of interconnection processes, permitting, real estate, and state/federal regulation affecting renewable energy projects. * Strong financial analysis capabilities, including experience with project economic modeling and budget management, and impacts associated with local incentives and property taxes. * Experience with project financing structures, Power Purchase Agreements, and investor documentation. * Effective communicator who collaborates well with senior management, peers, and external third parties across diverse backgrounds. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), GIS tools, and project management software (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms). * Self-starter who thrives managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.