Project Developer

Posted 2 Months Ago
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Irving, TX, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Energy
The Role
Leads development of utility-scale power generation, solar, and energy storage projects through construction transition. Responsibilities include land acquisition, permitting, stakeholder and government relations, interconnection, customer and utility coordination, project transactions, budget and schedule management, and collaboration with engineering, legal, procurement, construction, and operations teams.
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Job Summary

This role serves as Development Manager for power generation projects of various technologies - simple and combined cycle gas turbines, utility scale solar, and energy storage projects or other power development projects in the MISO/PJM/NYISO and ISONE power markets. The successful candidate will have lead responsibility for overseeing all project development activities through a transition to construction including supporting real estate negotiations, securing land use, special use and environmental permitting approvals, interfacing with Local and State officials, and overseeing and advancing projects through the interconnection process. Additionally, this role coordinates with internal teams and external consultants and stakeholders on interconnection, power marketing, engineering, legal, procurement, as needed to ensure effective execution of projects. The Development Manager will be responsible for managing schedule and budget and reporting to Vistra management.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities
  • Execute project development strategy in the region.
  • Accountable for all related aspects of project development for an assigned site, including, customer and utility relations, permitting, land acquisition, general stakeholder relations, project schedule, etc.
  • Work with origination team to cultivate customer relationships in the region.
  • Work closely with internal and external resources on project transactions.
  • Responsible for budget and driving profitability of utility-scale projects on assigned sites
Education, Experience, and Skill Requirements
  • 5+ years relevant experience (development and strategy, understanding contracts, project management) Experience in development in the Midwest or Northeast territories is strongly preferred
  • General business knowledge and acumen, with broad-based knowledge of the Development processes 
  • Strong written and oral communication; ability to negotiate and persuade others
  • Advanced Microsoft office capabilities (PowerPoint, Word and Excel)
  • Ability to work with and manage confidential information
  • Strong organizational, analytical, project, process, and budgeting skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills; BA/BS/MS/MBA in engineering, environmental or business disciplines
Key Metrics
  • Develop and deliver commercial and utility scale battery storage and solar projects to successful close
  • Work with internal Construction and Operations teams on executing efficient “hand-offs” throughout the Development lifecycle

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Job Family

Corp Dev & Planning

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas
We are a company of people committed to:  Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.  If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

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Skills Required

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in development, strategy, contracts, and project management
  • Experience developing projects in Midwest or Northeast territories
  • General business knowledge and broad understanding of development processes
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to negotiate and persuade others
  • Advanced Microsoft Office capabilities, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to work with and manage confidential information
  • Strong organizational, analytical, project, process, and budgeting skills
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • College degree or relevant certifications in engineering, environmental, or business disciplines

Vistra Corp Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vistra Corp and has not been reviewed or approved by Vistra Corp.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is often described as comprehensive and top-notch, with robust medical, dental, and vision options supported by HSAs. Wellbeing resources such as onsite or virtual care, counseling services, and fitness programs further strengthen the package.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are highlighted by a 401(k) match up to 6% and access to employee stock programs. Feedback suggests these financial perks add meaningful long-term value to total compensation.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance bonuses are frequently noted as a meaningful part of pay. Feedback suggests these incentives reliably enhance overall compensation across many roles.

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The Company
HQ: Causeway Bay
1,186 Employees

What We Do

Vistra is a premier, integrated, Fortune 300 energy company based in Irving, Texas, providing essential resources for customers, commerce, and communities. Vistra combines an innovative, customer-centric approach to retail with safe, reliable, diverse, and efficient power generation. The company brings its products and services to market in 20 states and the District of Columbia, including six of the seven competitive power markets in the U.S. and markets in Canada and Japan, as well.

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