Manager, Development

Title: Manager, Development 

Department: Development 

Reports to: Vice President, Community Solar 

Direct Reports: Individual Contributor  

Location: Washington, DC or surrounding area 

FLSA Status: Exempt 
Compensations: $90,000-$120,000  

Company Overview: 

OneEnergy’s mission is to make clean energy the #1 source of electricity for consumers and utilities. We develop solar energy projects across the United States in community solar, distributed generation, and large utility scale project segments. Our diverse project pipeline, multiple locations across the US, and unique multidisciplined team sets us apart. 

We are a dynamic and innovative renewable energy industry company dedicated to developing and deploying utility scale solar and community solar facilities. We are committed to excellence, collaboration, and driving positive change in our industry.  

Position Objective: 

The Project Manager, Development is responsible for all aspects of solar energy project development, including securing land rights, navigating interconnection processes, obtaining zoning and building permits, and negotiating property tax agreements; while working closely with Engineering, Finance, Delivery, Legal, and commercial teams throughout the development process. Successful Project Managers maintain current knowledge of emerging solar technologies as well as relevant energy market and policy developments. This role manages schedules, arranges assignments, and communicates progress to all team members all with an eye on determining project viability while advancing project development. 

Responsibilities: 

• Managing and coordinating activities within the Company and with outside consultants to secure regulatory, sitting, and environmental requirements and approvals needed to advance solar energy projects in accordance with Company objectives.
• Managing and prioritizing multiple projects with competing deadlines and resources. The role collaborates across company wide functional teams including commercial, delivery, engineering, finance, and legal.
• Preparing milestone schedules, budgets, and staffing requirements to complete project development on assigned projects , including taking full responsibility for accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Preparing, soliciting, analyzing and/or supporting project permit applications, reports, summaries, contracts, schedules, budgets, invoices, financial models, utility interconnection studies, and engineering designs.
• Collaborating across teams to optimize projects (e.g., modify plans, project schedules, budgets, and forecasts as appropriate based on evolving site constraints, markets, policy, competitive landscape, and company goals). Reporting to management regularly on the progress of projects.
• Negotiating with wildlife, wetland, transportation, land use, and other regulatory agencies to achieve acceptable permit conditions consistent with project and Company goals, schedules, and costs.
• Influencing and engaging with landowners, community stakeholders, governmental/regulatory agencies, utilities, customers, and external consultants as OneEnergy’s primary point of contact to advance projects, determine critical paths, assess/mitigate risk, and optimize overall project economics.
• Participating in Real Estate team land campaigns and site acquisition negotiations.
• Interviewing and screening potential subcontractors and vendors per OneEnergy standards giving special attention to value, quality, diversity, and equity.  

Requirements: 

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required. 
• 2+ years of project management experience in renewable energy, real estate and/or a land use related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of renewable energy project development from project inception through construction.
• Preferred knowledge and experience with PJM interconnections and permitting within Maryland, Virginia, and/or Pennsylvania.  
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of organizational capacity to manage multiple projects; excellent quantitative analysis and critical thinking skills.
• A proven ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with developing stakeholder relationships and working with permitting authorities.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and stress while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
• Excellent PC computer skills and familiarity with MS Office and Windows. Experience with Salesforce a plus.
• Ability to travel and access sites of varying terrain. Position requires frequent travel, up to 1-2 weeks per month or about 20% of working time; must carry an active driver’s license with acceptable driving record. 

OneEnergy’s compensation packages are dependent on an array of factors including, but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other organizational needs. We provide generous Paid Time Off (six weeks/year) and an impactful Volunteer Time Off Program. We offer robust employee benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching retirement plan, life insurance, wellness incentives, and more. 

We recognize an equitable energy transition requires the participation of diverse communities, groups, and institutions. OneEnergy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.