Head of Project Development | DG Solar/PV | NYC

2 weeks ago


New York, United States Viridan Group Full time

Head of Project Development | DG Solar | NYC


Responsibilities:

The Head of Development Management will oversee all aspects of project development, including land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, and regulatory compliance for solar DG projects. This role requires a deep understanding of the renewable energy development lifecycle, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in project development, with a proven track record of bringing solar projects from early-stage development through construction readiness.


Essential Skills/ Experience:

  • Lead and manage the project development team, overseeing the entire development lifecycle for solar DG projects from site identification to NTP,
  • Ensure all development milestones are achieved on schedule, including land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, and environmental approvals by tracking and managing project schedules,
  • Collaborate with internal teams (Underwriting, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Pre-Construction) and external stakeholders (utilities, regulators, landowners) to resolve issues and ensure smooth project progression,
  • Ensure thorough due diligence is completed on each project, including land acquisition, environmental and geotechnical studies, permitting, and interconnection feasibility,
  • Review all project documentation, including title reports, surveys, and environmental assessments, to ensure accuracy and compliance,
  • Work closely with legal, engineering, and finance teams to ensure all projects meet internal diligence requirements and external regulatory obligations,
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of key regulatory filings, permit applications, and interconnection requests when necessary, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations,
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including landowners, local planning board, utilities, and regulatory agencies,
  • Monitor market conditions and regulatory developments to inform strategic decision-making and identify new project opportunities,
  • Provide regular reporting to senior management on project status, risks, and opportunities.
  • Ensure that all projects adhere to company goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in renewable energy, environmental science, engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred),
  • 7-10 years of experience in solar project development, with a focus on distributed generation or utility-scale projects,
  • Proven track record of managing projects from early-stage development to construction readiness,
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory, permitting, and interconnection processes, particularly in key markets (e.g., NY, PA, MD, IL, NJ),
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams,
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities,
  • Experience managing budgets, schedules, and project risk assessments,
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including landowners, utilities, and regulatory agencies.


Head of Project Development | DG Solar | NYC



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