SB Energy is hiring a
Project Development Manager

Summary

Join SB Energy, a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares, in accelerating the clean energy revolution. As a Development Manager, you will lead and support the development of large-scale renewable projects across California.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 8+ years of professional work experience
• Minimum 4 years of project development experience in the renewable energy industry
• Proven problem-solver with a track record of successfully getting projects to NTP
• Experience with project real estate rights, land contracting, title resolutions and ALTA surveys
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, governmental rules and market trends that impact the project development in the target markets
• Familiar with project grid interconnection element, interconnection studies, interconnection agreements and process
• Proficient with managing the project budget and schedule
• Proven experience with project agreements such as MSAs, PPAs, EPC contracts and O&M agreements
• Hands-on experience with the day-to-day management of projects and demonstrated track record of successfully planning and managing projects from start to finish
• Self-starter with proven ability to lead diverse project teams in multiple regions
• Strong verbal and written communications skills are essential
• Experience and expertise with MS Office (word, excel), MS Project, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the development of large-scale renewable energy projects from initial project siting / acquisition, through permitting, design, interconnection approvals, contracting, financing and handover to construction
• Manage and conduct due diligence on portfolio acquisitions, identify opportunities and risks, and define priorities among multiple project portfolios based on development metrics
• Identify, structure transactions with, and oversee co-development partners to grow the overall development pipeline
• Oversee project pro-forma models
• Support the negotiation of critical project agreements including Module Supply Agreements, PPAs, IAs, EPC contracts and O&M agreements
• Lead projects through financing due-diligence efforts
• Collaborate with internal team and external consultant to evaluate the project site, project design, technology options and procurement strategies
• Manage the relationship with technical consultants, land experts and surveyors
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules and take a lead role in budget and forecast management, including coordinating project prioritization, and perform budget vs. actual analysis
• Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional project teams
• Identify new market and greenfield opportunities across the US

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance: 100% premium covered by the company, for employees and dependents
• Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Legal Insurance Plan
• Competitive Retirement Benefits with 401(k) company match
• Generous Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Company Holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• 12 weeks fully paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Medical & Dependent FSA; Transit & Commuter FSA with employer contributions
• Mental Health Wellness Offerings
• Discounted Physical Wellness plan & Pet Insurance
• Monthly reimbursement for Phone/Internet/Data
• Phone Equipment Purchase Benefits
• Thoughtful Hybrid Workplace Set-up Benefits