Development Manager

Longroad Energy

Development Manager at Longroad Energy managing permitting for utility-scale renewable projects in California. Responsible for leading CEQA and NEPA processes and stakeholder engagement.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeCalifornia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead land use permitting strategy and execution for California-based utility-scale renewable energy projects, including CEQA, NEPA, and CEC opt-in pathways as applicable
Develop and manage project-specific permitting strategies, including timelines, budgets, and risk assessments aligned with overall development milestones
Serve as the primary point of contact for permitting agencies and lead coordination of CEQA processes, ensuring consistency across all project documentation and communications
Partner with internal and external counsel to evaluate permitting pathways, develop defensible strategies, and mitigate regulatory risk
Monitor permitting progress against milestones and proactively identify and resolve risks, acting as the central driver of permitting execution
Build and maintain relationships with landowners, permitting agencies, elected officials, and community stakeholders to support project advancement
Lead stakeholder engagement efforts to proactively address concerns, build project support, and reduce permitting and reputational risks
Represent the company at public meetings, hearings, and community forums
Develop and deliver clear, effective presentations tailored to external stakeholders and public audiences
Coordinate cross-functional inputs from engineering, finance, legal, and natural resources teams to ensure permitting requirements are integrated into project design, financial modeling, and execution plans
Ensure alignment between permitting strategy and broader development activities, including interconnection, real estate, and construction planning
Act as the central “quarterback” to drive alignment, accountability, and progress across internal teams
Manage external consultants (environmental, permitting, and technical), including scope development, selection, contract management, and performance oversight
Oversee permitting-related budgets and ensure effective allocation of resources throughout the development lifecycle
Prepare and present project updates, key risks, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the Investment Committee
Support investment decisions by clearly articulating permitting risks, timelines, and dependencies
Maintain clear documentation and reporting on permitting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years working at a developer managing California development projects in a planning, environmental, legal, financial, or real estate capacity
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading CEQA (or NEPA) processes
Strong understanding of California land use permitting frameworks and regulatory processes
Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Experience negotiating agreements and managing relationships with landowners, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders
Self-motivated, capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical and public-facing materials
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain a strategic, big-picture perspective
Ability to walk unassisted over undeveloped land, travel unassisted, and sit at a computer for long periods of time
Ability to travel throughout California to meet with agency staff and attend community events across various jurisdictions
Safe driving record and a valid driver’s license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, vision/dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Accrued paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Merit-based salary increases
Incentive plan participation
Paid parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

CEQANEPAland use permittingproject managementrisk assessmentbudget managementstakeholder engagementpresentation skillscontract managementdocumentation

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship managementorganizational skillsself-motivationcollaborationdetail-orientedstrategic thinkingnegotiationproblem-solvingleadership

Certifications

valid driver’s license