Utility-Scale Solar Project Developer

Job Description

• Site origination, site control negotiation, project permitting, utility interconnection, and tax agreement negotiation • Crafting a compelling value proposition reflecting avoided cost, load profile, applicable tariffs, and layered revenue streams • Close coordination with junior business development staff to develop and implement effective lead campaign strategies • Development of long-term relationships with site owners, energy users, and other project stakeholders • Effective communication with project stakeholders and community members to facilitate project permitting and other initiatives • Active management of development schedule and budget to ensure timely and cost-effective projects • Management of external consultants as needed in conjunction with project permitting activities • Fostering support from state, county, and local governments, community groups, and abutters • 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

• Three or more years of energy industry experience in a business development role, with at least one year in Utility Scale development • Integration of PV and energy storage systems preferred • Commercial real estate prospecting and business model understanding • Effective team leader and collaborator • Commitment to Nexamp's mission and a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today • Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond the organization • Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization • Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions • Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders instilling trust and loyalty across the industry

Benefits

• Open to candidates in remote locations, especially in Denver, CO • Opportunity to work from Nexamp offices in Chicago, Austin, or New York • Direct reporting to the Vice President, Utility Scale Greenfield Development • Involvement in leading the development of utility-scale solar projects across Colorado and California