Project Manager, Renewable Development (34601)

STSI is seeking a Project Manager for Renewable Development in Schaumburg, IL. The role involves leading renewable energy projects from development to delivery, including site origination, permitting, and community engagement. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of experience in renewable energy. The position offers a salary of $145K-165K and includes access to a benefits package. This is an on-site job.
Project Manager, Renewable Development

Schaumburg, IL (On-site)

Benefits: Access to Client Benefits Package

Pay Range: $145K-165K

Summary

Leads all stages of renewable energy project development—primarily solar, wind, and energy storage from site origination through delivery. Will manage permitting, interconnection, land acquisition, engineering design, environmental/ technical reporting, community engagement, and coordination with finance, legal, and construction teams.

Responsibilities
• Oversee all phases and technical tasks required for project development including site screening, feasibility studies, permitting, technical reporting and surveys, interconnection, design, and contracting.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and anticipate project risks.
• Experience in land agreements, zoning, environmental clearances, and tax abatements
• Coordinate grid interconnection applications and studies (ERCOT/TSP).
• Manage third-party consultants (environmental, engineering, legal, interconnect, etc.).
• Prepare development reports, presentations, and investment memos for management or financing partners.
• Act as primary project contact for stakeholders, landowners, local governments, utilities, and regulators.
• Support commercial negotiations with utilities, offtakers, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (NEPA, FAA, PUCT, FERC, local permitting).
• Track evolving energy policy, tax incentives (IRA/FEOC/OBBBA), and market structures.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years in renewable energy development (solar, wind, or hybrid storage).
• Proven delivery of greenfield or late-stage projects to NTP/financial close.
• Familiarity with land acquisition, permitting, and interconnection processes in ERCOT or other ISO.
• Strong understanding of project finance principles and power market fundamentals.
• Excellent communication, contract negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, GIS, and standard project-management tools.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.

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