Project Developer -Limited Term [Hybrid]

Edf Renewables is seeking a Project Developer for a limited term position in Toronto, ON. The role involves developing utility-scale renewable energy projects, primarily in Ontario, focusing on wind, solar, and storage. Responsibilities include project origination, stakeholder engagement, and market analysis. The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant experience. It is primarily office-based, with some fieldwork and events.
Scope of Position

EDF Renewables North America is a market-leading independent power producer and service provider with over 35 years of experience. We deliver grid-scale power: wind (onshore and offshore), solar photovoltaic, and storage projects; distribution-scale power: solar and storage; asset optimization: technical, operational, and commercial expertise to maximize the performance of generating projects, and onsite solutions, through the Company's PowerFlex affiliate, offering a full suite of onsite energy solutions for commercial and industrial customers: solar, storage, EV charging, energy management systems, and microgrids.

This position will focus on the origination and project development of utility-scale renewable energy projects (primarily wind, solar and storage) across Canada with a focus on Ontario. The individual will work with the Project Development team to identify and secure new sites, evaluate project acquisition and investment opportunities, bring contracted projects to construction ready state and work with other members of the development team to build the project portfolio and achieve corporate objectives.

70 - 80% of the time is spent in office environment, utilizing computers (frequent use of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point and MS Project), telephones and general office equipment. 20 - 30% of the time is spent attending conferences/events and in the field; identifying and developing projects and meeting with stakeholders such as community leaders, neighbours and landowners.

Note: This is a 1 year limited term position.

Responsibilities
• Leading and coordinating key project development functions; permitting, landowner relations, stakeholder engagement, financial feasibility analysis, engineering/design review, project legal review, etc.
• Assist in the planning process, internal communications and business updates
• Prepare, review and/or support requests for bids with a primary focus on opportunities in Canada.
• Support negotiations on behalf of EDF Renewables for the acquisition and development of renewable energy projects.
• Assist in development and maintenance of relationships with key landowners, community leaders, industry groups, business developers, regulatory and government bodies, and other potential contacts or agencies to assist the business.
• Conduct market research/analysis related to the renewable-energy market both nationally and internationally.
• Supporting project bid activities/requirements.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management staff or his/her designee.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in; Business, Management, Policy, Engineering or a related discipline required.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in wind-energy, solar energy, energy storage or related energy organization/association.
• Previous experience working in renewables in Ontario is very desirable.
• Able to demonstrate experience dealing successfully with peers, subordinates, management and unaffiliated third parties.
• Experience working with external stakeholders such as land owners, community leaders, government agencies and/or consultants.
• Experience developing renewable energy projects.
• Project management experience or the ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Experience working with computers, including but not limited to Microsoft-software products.
• Experience with planning and siting of renewable energy projects and ability to use GIS software tools is an asset.
• Strong communications skills, demonstrating respect and transparency in all interactions.
• Clean driving license

EDF Renewables offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:
• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.

We are also proud to offer:
• 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.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Salary range: the full salary range for this role is [CAD $84,200 to $140,300]. The target range for this position is [CAD $112,200 - $125,000]. We generally base our salary decisions on factors such as internal equity, candidate work and/leadership experience, educational credentials, and in some cases, candidate work location.