Director Project Development

Job Summary

The Director of Project Development leads strategic initiatives by planning and developing generation and transmission projects that align with NiSource's strategic objectives. This role collaborates with Integrated Resource Planning and Commercial Development to identify projects and develop implementing strategies. This role relies on blending leadership, innovation, and relationship-building to drive impactful programs and partnerships. The Director of Project Development works collaboratively within the Construction organization and cross-functionally with other groups and Subject Matter Experts, to expand the organization's impact through project development.

Essential Functions

- Responsible for initial project development through Executive Leadership Team and BOD approval, building, presenting and executing on business plans.

- Responsible for permitting, site selection, execution strategy and contract strategy

- Lead project teams through initial Front End Engineering and Design studies.

- Lead project teams in developing contract strategies, requests for proposals for both services and equipment, and vendor selections.

- Build systems for long-term project management and relationship development

- Use data and stakeholder input to drive continuous improvement

- Actively participate and attend industry events and conferences; network with industry professionals

- Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications For Position

- Bachelor's Degree STEM, Finance, Sustainability, Energy, or other related technical degrees

- Working knowledge of renewable power generation, energy storage, gas power generation, and backup power. Ability to quickly assess technical risks and project challenges as well as focus on critical path solutions and design of feasible options Experience developing or managing large scale generation assets. Comfortable with basic financial statements and project finance concepts, project development proformas, basic permitting requirements and the regulatory landscape, project approval processes, financing mechanisms etc. Effectively and productively collaborate with peers and stakeholders in a manner that build confidence, shared success, and future growth

Preferred Additional Qualifications For Position

- Master's Degree STEM, Finance, Sustainability, Energy, or other related technical degrees

Physical Demands

- Standing - Frequently

- Walking - Frequently

- Sitting - Frequently

- Lifting - Occasionally

- Carrying - Occasionally

- Pushing - Occasionally

- Pulling - Occasionally

- Climbing - Occasionally

- Balancing - Occasionally

- Stooping - Occasionally

- Kneeling - Occasionally

- Crouching - Occasionally

- Crawling - Occasionally

- Reaching - Occasionally

- Handling - Occasionally

- Grasping - Occasionally

- Feeling - Occasionally

- Talking - Frequently

- Hearing - Frequently

- Repetitive Motions - Rarely

- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations. Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

E-Verify

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

- Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away

Salary Range*:

$155,400.00 - $233,100.00

- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-10-07

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2025-10-21

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.