Director, Development - Utility Scale Solar (Austin, TX)

Contexte et environnement 🌟 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 schedules for office based employees.

Activités

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.

🚀 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 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.

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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

.

Profil du candidat

- What You Bring

- 7–10 years of experience in renewable energy development, with a strong focus on utility-scale solar/storage.

- Strategic and operational excellence in project management; PMP certification preferred.

- 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.

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Bonus Points

- Master's Degree in a relevant field.

- Experience in Eastern U.S. solar markets.

- Subject matter expertise in real estate, environmental review, finance, permitting, or tax incentives.

Informations supplémentaires

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