Developer- Data Centers & Gas-Fired Generation

Savion is seeking a Developer for Data Centers & Gas-Fired Generation in Kansas City, MO. The role involves managing projects in various regions, leading cross-functional teams, and coordinating permitting and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a relevant degree and project management experience, with 2-5 years in energy or related fields. The position requires travel of over 25% and emphasizes a proactive approach and leadership potential.
Developer – Data Centers & Gas-Fired Generation


Savion, a Shell Group portfolio company, is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 40.8 GW, Savion’s diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full-service model, Savion manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities.


Savion is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace.


Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play are met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.


Position Details
Savion is looking for a project developer to join its Emerging Technologies team, managing data center and gas-fired generation projects in ERCOT, BPA, PJM and other regions. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional project teams – both internal resources and external consultants -- with expertise in engineering, permitting, environmental, real estate/title, and transmission. Previous experience in data centers or gas-fired generation development a plus.


The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who takes ownership of assignments, seeks opportunities to learn, welcomes mentorship and feedback, and is motivated to grow into a lead developer role over time.


Responsibilities
Project schedule, critical path, and critical issues management and reporting Site acquisition including landowner negotiations Coordination of local, state, and federal permitting processes Coordination of project environmental and wildlife studies Support stakeholder engagement, community outreach, and project communication efforts Support project budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking activities. Coordination of the project interconnection process Coordination of preliminary project design Monitor relevant local and state regulatory or legislative developments and communicate updates to the team Must be willing to travel 25%+ of time
Job Requirements
4-year college degree required Project management experience required 2-5 years of experience in energy, infrastructure, real estate development, engineering, permitting, environmental consulting, or related fields Ability to make progress in ambiguous situations, prioritize competing demands, and drive workstreams to completion with limited supervision. Ability to navigate regional environmental and site permitting processes required; familiarity with air permitting a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Power-Point, etc. required Demonstrated leadership potential, strong organizational skills, and the ability to coordinate internal stakeholders and external consultants toward common project objectives.
Compensation & Benefits


Title and compensation commensurate with experience Vacation & Holidays: Paid Time Off plus 14 paid company holidays Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; 401(k) Savion offers a culture that embraces a "flex-time" schedule to maximize both productivity and work-life balance
Location
Remote: Kansas City Missouri – Headquarters


Remote work permissible in following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin


Contact Information
Please send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@savionenergy.com


Only direct applicants need to apply. No recruiters please