Utility Scale Project Development Manager/Senior Development Manager
EDF Renewables North America
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: San Diego • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $120,800 - $201,300 per year
Job Level
About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years of directly related experience in renewable energy project development, with at least 3 years managing energy-related projects through the full development lifecycle.
- Direct experience in utility-scale energy, infrastructure, or heavy industrial land development.
- Familiarity with power markets, land-use law, and project management software (e.g., MS Project or Primavera).
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or Environmental Science.
- A minimum of 10+ years in utility-scale renewables for Sr. Development Manager, 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.
- Deep knowledge of power purchase agreements (PPAs), transmission constraints, and tax equity structures.
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- Competitive bonus incentives.
- Comprehensive health coverage.
- Rewarding 401k.
- Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
- Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
- Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.
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Hard Skills & Tools
renewable energy project developmentutility-scale energy developmentproject economic modelingbudget managementcontract negotiationinterconnection processespermittingfinancial analysisland-use lawrisk analysis
Soft Skills
effective communicationcollaborationorganizational skillsattention to detailself-starterleadershipproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingnegotiation skillsproject management