Project Developer - Land & Site Acquisition

Climate17 is seeking a Project Developer for Land & Site Acquisition in North Carolina. The role involves securing land for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects, requiring 3-5 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include negotiating land agreements and engaging with landowners. The position offers a salary of $110,000 - $140,000 plus benefits and requires travel up to 50%. This is a permanent, full-time position.
North Carolina
United States
USA
North America

Permanent

$110000 - $140000 per annum, Benefits: plus strong bonus and benefits

Climate17 is proud to partner with a fast-growing international developer specialising in utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. With over 15 years of global success, our client delivers impactful renewable energy projects through strong land strategy, community engagement, and high-quality execution.
• Position: Project Developer – Land & Site Acquisition
• Travel: Up to 50%

Your Opportunity:
This position suits a land-savvy Project Developer with 3–5 years’ experience in utility-scale renewables and a deep understanding of site acquisition. You'll play a critical role in securing land across multiple ISOs, building trust with landowners, navigating title issues, and helping bring large-scale clean energy projects to life.

Key Responsibilities:
• Identify and acquire land for solar and storage projects across MISO, ERCOT, PJM, and SPP
• Negotiate land leases, purchase agreements, and easements with landowners
• Review and resolve title commitments, ALTA surveys, and curative issues
• Represent the company with professionalism in community and landowner engagements
• Coordinate with internal legal, environmental, and interconnection teams
• Support site diligence and contribute to early-stage development strategy
• Maintain accurate documentation on land agreements and project data

What You Bring:
• Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, environmental science, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in project development, particularly focused on land acquisition, for utility-scale renewable energy projects
• Familiarity with MISO, ERCOT, PJM, and/or SPP development landscapes
• Strong knowledge of real estate documents and title resolution
• Proven negotiation and relationship-building skills with landowners and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities Willingness to travel up to 50%

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.

Samantha Smart

Principal Consultant - Renewable Energy (USA)

samantha@climate17.com

+1 718 514 9837