Developer

This role will lead site diligence and permitting for renewable energy and energy storage facilities and other major capital development projects including battery energy storage systems primiarily in the MD and VA Markets.

Meet with landowners, manage to lease terms, and amend leases for project development

Manage and lead the creation and submission of permitting documents for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, maintenance with a focus on local permitting

Organize and maintain files, budgets, and project records using Pivot’s internal processes, databases, and project management software (Procore & Salesforce)

Manage third-party consultants and contractors to complete required diligence items related to a portfolio of projects

Manage and work within quality/budget/schedule expectations and scope-specific assignments

Attend community events to discuss solar with stakeholders; periodically participate in local policy working groups to ensure market success

Complete title curative items for project finance requirements, in collaboration with the legal team

Prepare project deliverables for and work closely with Pivot’s Structured Finance team to ensure qualifying projects are ready for financial closings

Evaluate the viability of sites through site visits, desktop diligence review, local permitting process analysis, and review of various site conditions (i.e. environmental, geo-tech, topo, grid compatibility, etc.)

As needed, assist Director or Senior Director of Project Development with other tasks related to project development activities

2+ years of experience in renewable energy development, or comparable professional experience

Excellent communication and public relations skills and a positive attitude to enhance the company’s reputation through interpersonal interactions

Comfort speaking in public while presenting Pivot project concepts to recommending and decision-making bodies

Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision and who is not afraid to ask questions and take on tasks outside of their comfort zone

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage complex evaluation processes for a significant number of sites to inform sound project siting and related project decision making

Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to communicate complex concepts within and outside of Pivot

Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision

Experience with federal, state, and local permitting, in particular with the preparation of applications and documents related to the development of renewable energy projects

Ability to anticipate project requirements and address long-lead time items to limit schedule slip

Understanding of real estate title, LLCs, tax maps, deeds, and parcel identification

Strong computer skills in all basic programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, and ARC GIS are preferred

Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to sites and permitting authorities

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, make own travel arrangements, and be self-reliant