Vice President, Project Development - BESS

Title: Vice President, Development - Utility Scale Battery Energy Storage

Reports To: Chief Development Officer

Location: Remote (United States)

Description: Responsible for developing grid scale standalone energy storage projects, throughout the entire life cycle, in target markets and providing guidance and leadership to the development team.

About Our Partner:

Our partner is a pioneering company in the energy sector, dedicated to developing and building standalone energy storage assets. These projects integrate renewable energy into the grid, replace fossil fuel plants, and enhance grid reliability. The company is led by seasoned veterans with extensive experience in developing, structuring, financing, and operating energy storage assets. They are committed to creating infrastructure crucial for achieving climate goals while ensuring their projects positively impact surrounding communities.

Our partner’s culture is dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative, embodying the spirit of a startup. They seek candidates who are passionate about climate change, willing to embrace challenges, and excited about the growth opportunities inherent in building a company from the ground up.

Job Description:

The Vice President of Development will be instrumental in shaping the company's development strategy, hiring, and key decision-making processes. This role requires a hands-on leader who is comfortable tackling various challenges while driving the growth of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with partners to set strategic goals and make pivotal development decisions.

- Lead project due diligence for acquisition opportunities.

- Support development activities at various stages of the project lifecycle.

- Develop siting location strategies and lead land acquisition from site identification to landowner negotiations.

- Oversee the interconnection process with assistance from technical resources.

- Lead the acquisition of local, state, and federal permits as required.

- Represent the company with customers, landowners, state and local officials, and other stakeholders.

- Assist in hiring and managing the development team as it grows.

- Manage tasks according to budgets and schedules, coordinating internal and external technical support.

Key Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred.

- Minimum of 10 years of project development experience, preferably in renewables and energy storage.

- Development experience in NYISO, ISO-NE, or PJM is preferred but not essential

- Proven track record of developing high-profile utility-scale projects through COD.

- Strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, creativity, and leadership abilities.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail.

Compensation and Location:

- Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

- Salary: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

- Bonus: Competitive bonus based on the achievement of development milestones and performance

- Equity Award

- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health care, dental, vision, and other health and wellness benefits.

- Location: Must be eligible to work in the United States. Preferred base in New England or New York, though flexible work location is possible with required travel.

Our partner is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They encourage all qualified candidates to apply and become a part of their mission to revolutionize the energy storage industry and combat climate change.