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Director / Vice President of Development

3 weeks ago

Houston, Texas, United States Climate17 Full time

Climate17 is proud to partner with a dynamic renewable energy developer focused on utility-scale solar and storage projects across the ERCOT region. This organisation is dedicated to delivering high-quality, sustainable projects that provide long-term value to communities and stakeholders through integrity, innovation, and technical excellence.

  • Position:
    Director / Vice President of Development
  • Location:
    Texas (hybrid/flexible working)

Your Opportunity:

This is a senior leadership role overseeing all aspects of solar and storage project development across ERCOT. You'll lead initiatives from origination through NTP and COD, shaping strategy, building teams, and driving project execution. This position offers the opportunity to take full ownership of ERCOT development and play a key role in scaling operations into other regions as the company grows.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of utility-scale solar and storage projects from LOI through NTP and COD
  • Oversee land acquisition, title, interconnection, permitting, environmental studies, and stakeholder engagement
  • Manage internal teams and external consultants across all stages of development
  • Coordinate closely with utilities, ERCOT, and regulatory agencies
  • Maintain project budgets, schedules, and permitting timelines
  • Collaborate with executive leadership on pipeline strategy and risk management
  • Support M&A and financing processes, preparing investor-ready documentation

What You Bring:

  • 8–12 years' experience in utility-scale solar or hybrid project development
  • Proven success managing ERCOT projects through NTP or COD
  • Strong knowledge of Texas-specific interconnection, land, and permitting processes
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Environmental Science, or related field
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams and consultants desirable
  • Hands-on, organised, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Experience with WECC, MISO, or SPP markets would be nice-to-have

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process

Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or