Head of Project Development | DG Solar | NYC
Responsibilities:
The Head of Development Management will oversee all aspects of project development, including land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, and regulatory compliance for solar DG projects. This role requires a deep understanding of the renewable energy development lifecycle, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in project development, with a proven track record of bringing solar projects from early-stage development through construction readiness.
Essential Skills/ Experience:
- Lead and manage the project development team, overseeing the entire development lifecycle for solar DG projects from site identification to NTP,
- Ensure all development milestones are achieved on schedule, including land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, and environmental approvals by tracking and managing project schedules,
- Collaborate with internal teams (Underwriting, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Pre-Construction) and external stakeholders (utilities, regulators, landowners) to resolve issues and ensure smooth project progression,
- Ensure thorough due diligence is completed on each project, including land acquisition, environmental and geotechnical studies, permitting, and interconnection feasibility,
- Review all project documentation, including title reports, surveys, and environmental assessments, to ensure accuracy and compliance,
- Work closely with legal, engineering, and finance teams to ensure all projects meet internal diligence requirements and external regulatory obligations,
- Oversee the preparation and submission of key regulatory filings, permit applications, and interconnection requests when necessary, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations,
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including landowners, local planning board, utilities, and regulatory agencies,
- Monitor market conditions and regulatory developments to inform strategic decision-making and identify new project opportunities,
- Provide regular reporting to senior management on project status, risks, and opportunities.
- Ensure that all projects adhere to company goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in renewable energy, environmental science, engineering, or related field (Master's preferred),
- 7-10 years of experience in solar project development, with a focus on distributed generation or utility-scale projects,
- Proven track record of managing projects from early-stage development to construction readiness,
- Strong knowledge of regulatory, permitting, and interconnection processes, particularly in key markets (e.g., NY, PA, MD, IL, NJ),
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams,
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities,
- Experience managing budgets, schedules, and project risk assessments,
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including landowners, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
Head of Project Development | DG Solar | NYC