Director, Development

2 days ago

Austin, Texas, United States TotalEnergies Full time
Contexte et environnement

Director, Development – Utility Scale Solar

Location: Austin, Texas | Department: Project Development | Reports To: Chief Development Officer

Empowering a Renewable Future, One Gigawatt at a Time

TotalEnergies Renewables USA is on a mission to accelerate the clean energy revolution—and we're looking for a visionary leader to take the reins. As Director of Development – Utility Scale Solar/BESS, you'll spearhead a dynamic portfolio of solar projects, steering them from concept to commercial success. With a bold goal of delivering over 1GW/year of renewable power, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the green energy landscape across strategic U.S. markets.

Activités

What You'll Do

  • Lead the development lifecycle of utility-scale solar projects—from greenfield scouting through to financial close or sale.
  • Architect and drive regional greenfield strategies informed by market analytics, technical feasibility, interconnection potential, and permitting pathways.
  • Manage and mentor high-performing development teams, contractors, and cross-functional partners to exceed project and business milestones.
  • Represent TERUSA (TotalEnergies Renewables USA) in community engagement, lease negotiations, permitting dialogues, and project finance preparations.
  • Own development budgets, risk mitigation, CRM tracking, and strategic evaluations to power success at every phase.
  • Actively participate in safety, compliance, and sustainability initiatives aligned with TotalEnergies' values and the MAESTRO Management System.

Why You Matter

Your leadership will unlock clean power for thousands of Americans, shaping energy systems of tomorrow. This is a rare opportunity to lead high-impact projects, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and build a future that's both profitable and sustainable.

What We Offer

  • A mission-driven culture grounded in innovation, integrity, and impact.
  • High-level visibility across the organization and a seat at the strategy table.
  • Opportunities to travel, lead transformational projects, and grow with a global energy pioneer.
  • Hybrid and flexible workplace schedule based in Austin, TX.
Profil du candidat

What You Bring

  • 7–10 years of experience in renewable energy development, with a strong focus on utility-scale solar/storage.
  • Experience developing data centers strongly desired.
  • Strategic and operational excellence in project management; PMP certification preferred.
  • Experience in multiple U.S. solar markets required.
  • Proven ability to manage direct reports and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, complex environment.
  • Sharp negotiation skills and deep knowledge of land acquisition, permitting, finance, and interconnection.
  • Passion for team mentorship, ethical leadership, and collaborative problem-solving.
  • Subject matter expertise (e.g., real estate, finance, environmental, permitting, tax abatements) highly valued.
  • Master's Degree in a relevant field is a plus.
Informations supplémentaires

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