Project Development Manager

Energeiaworks seeks a Project Development Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, responsible for overseeing solar energy projects from planning to completion. Key tasks include managing project scopes, permitting, risk assessment, and budget management while collaborating with internal teams and external consultants. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in solar project management. Strong communication skills and knowledge of renewable technologies are essential.
Job Description As the Project Development Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and execution of solar energy projects from greenfield selection to completion. You will help lead a programmatic development process including land acquisition, permitting, utility interconnection, regulatory compliance, environmental studies and all other tasks necessary for the successful development of solar projects. You will work alongside the organization's principals and be responsible for contributing through the full development process.

Responsibilities Coordinate project specific tasks including, interconnection applications, permitting and approvals, project communications, engineering and design, procurement, and construction review processes as well as providing an effective transitional basis into construction. Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive planning and risk assessment to maintain project momentum. Review technical specifications and drawings to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements alongside the Engineering team and consultants.

Develop, clarify, and manage project scopes and project execution plans, track and manage contract deliverables, HS&E requirements, insurance needs and QA/QC plans. Work alongside our Land Use Counsel to help manage the local permitting process, including obtaining necessary approvals and licenses from regulatory authorities and providing local representation. Contribute to the utility interconnection process including coordination of engineering activities in pursuit of interconnection feedback and approval.

Manage contracts and coordinate consultants for needed professional services including outside environmental, engineering, and legal. Manage project budgets and resources effectively to minimize costs and maximize efficiency. Manage project level progress, risks, opportunities, and economics while providing thoughtful analysis and risk evaluation.

Input and update data in the project management software to facilitate companywide visibility of projects and reports to be generated. Monitor project performance metrics and take corrective actions as needed to achieve project goals. Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Planning, Business Administration, Environmental Science, or related field.

3-5 years of C&I or Utility Scale solar development and/or project management experience with distributed generation interconnection processes (PJM experience considered an asset). Experience dealing with Federal, State, and local regulators, Agencies, and regulatory processes. Experience with hands-on project management and efficiency in providing project development support on multiple concurrent projects.

Successful experience with all aspects of project development, permitting, stakeholder consultation, and management of external consultants and internal teams. A record of academic and professional achievement, well developed communication skills, the ability to collaborate well in a small team, proven organizational acumen working on multiple projects requiring attention to detail, and a high level of motivation are vital in this role. Extensive knowledge of solar and other renewable technologies.

Existing network of contacts and partners in the US solar market considered a plus. If not located in Pennsylvania, ability to travel upwards of 50% of the time. Candidates must be highly motived self-starters that enjoy working with a process oriented, programmatic, seasoned development team.