Energy Storage Project Development Manager / Project Developer - REMOTE

Project Development Manager / Project Developer - Renewables & Energy Storage

Locations: FULLY REMOTE (CANADA)

This is an opportunity to join an industry‑leading renewable energy venture with strong private equity backing that is focused on the development, execution, and operations of dynamic utility‑scale energy storage projects.

They are at the forefront of the industry, have accumulated over 9 GW of projects in a relatively short period of time, and are currently in an accelerated expansion phase which includes the growth of their Project Development Team in Canada.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading utility‑scale renewable energy project development initiatives in the Greater Toronto, Canada area. This should include full life‑cycle portfolio management of solar, wind, or battery storage projects and proven experience taking projects to NTP. Another key aspect of the role will be handling the negotiations and agreements that take place with land owners as well as other key stakeholders (local governments, economic development entities, utilities‒etc.) involved in the acquisition and development of the land. Any experience with land permitting is a HUGE plus.

They are committed to creating more renewable infrastructure solutions for the grid and are offering comprehensive compensation packages to their employees leading the drive to meet company goals. Other perks include a competitive base salary, open PTO policy, flexible work hours, benefits, the opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team…and more.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead identification, research, prospect, and site land opportunities for utility‑scale renewable energy and energy storage projects through collaborative community efforts with land‑owners.
• Manage all initiatives related to site acquisition, financing, and development of utility‑scale energy storage and renewable energy projects, including initiating and responding to RFPs.
• Drive negotiations with landowners on site control agreements for utility‑scale renewable and energy storage projects.
• Take ownership of development activities for both new and ongoing utility‑scale renewable and energy storage projects in the company's portfolio, with an emphasis on tax abatement, permitting, and environmental compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4‑5+ years of experience with utility‑scale renewable energy, energy storage, battery storage, LNG, and/or natural gas project development working with IPPs, developers, or owners.
• Experience leading utility‑scale renewable energy project development initiatives and commercial management.
• Broad hands‑on experience with real estate transactions and contracts for projects in the renewables, natural gas, LNG, or energy storage space.
• Strong understanding of the RFP/RFI process as it relates to project development initiatives.
• Well‑versed in project siting, permitting, prospecting, and due diligence for utility‑scale renewable (solar, wind, battery storage) projects.
• Hands‑on experience with site prospecting, land negotiations, and support of project financing initiatives.
• Any exposure to or project experience with energy storage, battery storage, or solar + storage is a huge plus.
• Strong communication skills are a must and needed to be efficient in this role.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic, team‑oriented environment.