Senior Project Developer - Northwest Region

Savion, a Shell Group portfolio company, is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 40.8 GW, Savion’s diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full-service model, Savion manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities. Savion is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace.Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play are met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.Position DetailsSavion is looking for an experienced project developer to manage utility scale energy centers (solar, storage, and at times load centers) in the West/Northwest region focused in the BPA service territory. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional project teams that consist of internal staff and external consultants with expertise in engineering, meteorology and resource assessment, permitting, environmental studies, real estate/title, and transmission. Previous experience in utility-scale solar or wind development is strongly preferred. Technical skills in the above listed areas aren’t necessary, but good judgment, project management, and leadership skills are.ResponsibilitiesCreation and management of overall project strategy plansProject schedule, critical path, and critical issues management and reportingSite acquisition including landowner lease negotiationsCoordination of local, state, and federal permitting processesCoordination of project environmental and wildlife studiesCreation and management of a project public relations planProject budget and cash flow projection, management and trackingCoordination of the project interconnection processSupport in the identification and screening of project opportunitiesCoordination of preliminary project design and pro forma financial modelSupport the negotiation of power purchase and asset sale agreementsParticipate and communicate with the team on relevant regulatory or legislative matters at the local or state levelMust be willing to travel 25%+ of timeJob Requirements4-year college degree required5+ years development experience in the renewable energy industry requiredKnowledge of regional environmental and site permitting processes requiredProven track record in utility scale project management and renewable energy contract negotiationsKnowledge of renewable energy industry specific regulatory and legislative frameworks requiredExperience working with federal projects preferredExperience working with tribal nations preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, Power-Point, etc. requiredMicrosoft Project, Primavera, or similar software experience preferred xzbcwsv Leadership traits are key; must have the ability to successfully lead cross-functional and dynamic project teams in a matrix organizationCompensation & Benefits Title and compensation commensurate with experienceVacation & Holidays: Paid Time Off plus 14 paid company holidaysBenefits: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; 401(k)Savion offers a culture that embraces a "flex-time" schedule to maximize both productivity and work-life balance

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Location Remote: Kansas City Missouri – HeadquartersRemote work permissible in following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin
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