Renewable Energy Project Developer

Acciona is a global pioneer in contributing to sustainable worldwide development through its main lines of business: development and management of infrastructure and real estate projects, provision of transport, urban and environmental services, and development and operation of renewable energies.

 

Acciona seeks seasoned professionals to assist in the development of utility-scale wind power projects. We have openings in San Diego, Austin, Chicago, Albany and Toronto.  This position reports to the regional head of development.  This senior project management position will be responsible for all aspects of project delivery for multiple projects in specific regions throughout the United States, ensuring that their projects are completed on time and on budget. The Project Developer’s initial charter will be to focus on managing existing projects. As the U.S. and Canadian business grows, he/she will be responsible for identifying and securing new development sites, evaluating project acquisition and investment opportunities and mentoring junior staff members.

 

 

Responsibilities:Manage process to move projects from green field development to commercial, preconstruction stageEnsure that timelines and budgets for Company’s existing projects are effectively managed

· Coordinate feasibility studies and project development activities with cross functional resources, peers, and outside consultants to ensure project stays on track

· Negotiate land rights acquisition with landowners and address land use issues

· Work with Permitting Manager to define, apply for and manage complex federal, state, and local environmental, construction, and related permits and support community outreach efforts towards a variety of stakeholders

· Work with Staff Scientist to coordinate wind resource assessment activities

· Work with Power Market and Interconnection Manager to manage interconnection studies, load flow analyses and assist in PPA negotiations 

· Identify and communicate to Vice President any project risks and develop mitigation strategies Identify and introduce new potential joint venture partners, project acquisition opportunities and green field sitesIdentify and develop relationships with stakeholders; effectively communicate with a range of personalities, including land owners, partners, government officials, technical experts, utilities, and consultants

· Manage project budget, schedule and financial modeling inputs; communicate any variance to V.P.Prepare and present detailed analysis; communicate status reports to V.P.



Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science or Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience

· Previous experience in energy development required, preferably in wind energy project development, with an understanding of deregulated electric markets

· At least 5+ years in a project management position with proven track record of building, leading and managing a multi-disciplinary team, preferably in the renewable energy or power generation industryExcellent written and oral communications skills; the ability to develop clear and concise development plans and presentations covering project status, timeline, risk assessment, and budget needs and performanceAbility to operate at a detailed level, to organize and multi-task, with a dedication to seeing projects through to completionAbility to read and interpret topographic and other land use maps, preferably with some experience with Graphic Information Systems  Understanding of local community dynamics, with the ability to negotiate effectively with landowners, permitting authorities, utilities, and other stakeholdersUnderstanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and contract implementation  Works well in a team environment and must be able to collaborateBusiness and utility industry experience preferredWillingness to travel regionally (generally 20%, but at times up to 50%)

Please email your salary requirements to jstevens@acciona-na.com . For more information on Acciona please visit our website, www.acciona-energy.com.