Project Development Manager

Nova Clean Energy is seeking a Project Development Manager in Chicago, IL, to lead the development of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects. Responsibilities include identifying prospects, managing project milestones, coordinating with internal teams, and representing the company to stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience in project development within the energy sector. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to travel domestically.
Who We Are
Nova Clean Energy is a renewable energy company focused on developing and constructing utility-scale projects across the United States. We have the patience, creativity, and capital to take a long-term view of the evolution of US energy markets. We are investing in the large-scale projects needed to advance the energy transition.

About the Role
The Project Development Manager will be responsible for developing a pipeline of utility-scale wind, solar and storage projects in the WECC market from greenfield thru NTP or divestment. This is a highly collaborative role leveraging support of the internal team and external consultants to obtain land, interconnection, permits and other crucial project milestones.
• Identify development prospects and advance project development activities, both through individual contributions and by managing a team of internal and external subject matter experts. These activities may include but are not limited to market assessments, initial site reconnaissance, and fatal flaw identification
• Develop project business case and update leadership on project level risk and status
• Represent Nova Clean Energy with landowners, state and local officials, regulators, utilities, RTOs, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication throughout the project development process with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
• Coordinate with internal resources, such as the Legal, GIS, Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Energy Assessment teams, to drive projects forward
• Conduct development review of project contracts, incl. real estate, tax abatement, and support EPC/BOP, PPA, GIA, and other binding agreements.
• Manage multiple projects at different phases across your assigned region
• Priorities and responsibilities will change as the company matures. This position is not limited to the responsibilities outlined above.

About You
You have experience leading utility-scale energy projects through key milestones and a proven ability to execute projects plans. You have good financial acumen and leverage those skills to take an opportunistic approach to identify potential projects. You thrive in a nimble and adaptive business environment.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or related field with relevant work experience
• 4+ years of experience in project development and project management within the energy sector
• Knowledge of three or more of the following is required: real estate and land acquisition, discretionary permitting, the interconnection process in one or more RTO, a technical understanding of wind, solar and/or storage projects, RFP assembly and response and PPA negotiations support, and/or wholesale market/RTO market operations knowledge
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a flat organization
• Willingness to mentor and lead more junior level staff
• Ability to travel domestically as needed
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver’s license
• Individuals with experience in oil and gas industry encouraged to apply

The salary range for this role is $120,000-$150,000 with a 20% target bonus. This range is an estimate, and offered salary will be based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education.
A diverse and inclusive team is critical to innovation. Please get in touch even if you don’t match these qualifications 100%.

Benefits
• Unlimited PTO policy and encouragement to take PTO with a pre-tax vacation stipend
• Comprehensive medical, vision, dental insurance policies including HSA & FSA accounts
• 401k with company match
• Generous professional development and/or degree program reimbursement policies
• Paid parental leave for all new parents

Nova Clean Energy is Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.