Savion, a Shell Group portfolio company, is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 40.8 GW, Savion’s diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full-service model, Savion manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities. Savion is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace. 

Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play are met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.  

Position Details

Savion is looking for an experienced Development Manager / Senior Development Manager to manage utility– scale solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects within the Central United States encompassing the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) and/or PJM Interconnection. The role will lead development of their projects from obtaining site control through permitting to the start of construction/notice to proceed. Reporting to the Central U.S. Regional Team Lead, the successful candidate will lead cross-functional project teams that consist of internal staff and external consultants with expertise in engineering, meteorology and resource assessment, permitting, environmental studies, real estate/title, and transmission. Previous experience in utility-scale solar and/or storage, and wind development is strongly preferred. Technical skills in the above listed areas aren’t necessary, but entrepreneurial, interpersonal, verbal/written communication, good judgment, project management, and leadership skills are.

Responsibilities

Act as team lead and lead developer as appropriate to accomplish:

  • Creation and management of overall project strategy plans
  • Project schedule, critical path, and critical issues management and reporting
  • Site acquisition including landowner lease negotiations
  • Coordination of local, state, and federal permitting processes
  • Coordination of project environmental and wildlife studies
  • Creation and management of a project public relations plan
  • Project budget and cash flow projection, management and tracking
  • Coordination of the project interconnection process
  • Negotiation of local tax abatement/incentives
  • Proactive coordination of preliminary project design / working with engineering and EPC teams to generate creative design solutions for complex project sites
  • Support in the identification and screening of project opportunities
  • Coordination of preliminary project design and pro forma financial model
  • Support the negotiation of power purchase and asset sale agreements
  • Participate and communicate with the team on relevant regulatory or legislative matters at the local or state level
  • Must be willing to travel 30%+ of time

Job Requirements

  • 4-year college degree required
  • 5+ years development experience in the renewable energy industry required
  • The Midwest Region (MISO and PJM) includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Specific states/territory are subject to change based on regional and corporate needs.
  • Proven track record in full-cycle utility-scale project management and renewable energy contract negotiations
    • Including taking at least one project through a financial close (Senior Development Manager)
  • Local and/or state permitting experienced required
  • Negotiation of tax abatement/incentive experienced preferred  
  • Knowledge of regional environmental and site permitting processes required
  • Proven track record in utility scale project management and renewable energy contract negotiations
  • Knowledge of renewable energy industry specific regulatory and legislative frameworks required
  • Experience working with federal projects preferred
  • Experience working with tribal nations preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Power-Point, etc. required
  • Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar software experience preferred
  • Leadership traits are key; must have the ability to successfully lead cross-functional and dynamic project teams in a matrix organization

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base, bonus and compensation commensurate with experience
  • Vacation & Holidays: Generous paid time off plus 14.5 paid holidays
  • Benefits: Health & dental insurance, long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k) match
  • Awesome culture and opportunities for interaction across multiple departments with fun and exciting events and challenges
  • Savion offers a culture that embraces a flex-time schedule so as to maximize both productivity and work-life balance
  • Remote: Kansas City Missouri – Headquarters 
  • Remote work permissible in following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin  

Contact Information

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